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Patrick Campbell - Christmas Without Holly Country, Pop, Christian Tennessee, United States Overall Impression: Superbly performed, tenderly written, and absolutely bursting at the seams as a result of its big heart, Patrick Campbell's exemplary Christmas-infused Country tune "Christmas Without Holly" is just the type of track to get you well and truly into the festive spirit of things, and whether it's the deeply gracious way in which the song delicately blends its endearing lyrics, mood-elevating melodic splendor, or endearing sense of character, or the undeniably warm and welcoming way in which it invites listeners into its caring and hope-instilling arms, this is a tune many a listener will find both utterly pleasant and thoroughly engaging from start to finish. Strongest Point(s): With lyrics as delicate and tender as the ones found in "Christmas Without Holly" a very particular type of vocal presence is needed in order to rea...

Proverb Newsome - Believe (Didn't You Know) Hip Hop/Rap, Christian, Gospel Florida, United States Overall Impression: Florida based Christian hip hop artist Proverb Newsome delivers a soulful, beat-driven message of faith with the release of his single "Believe (DIdn't You Know)." This track features modern neo soul beat design with smooth 808 bass, jazzy piano and hazy backing harmonies, providing Proverb with an ideal setting for his easy flow, clever rhymes, and natural delivery. Polished production, strong vocal hooks and a wholly contemporary sound make Proverb Newsome's "Believe (Didn't You Know)" an easy recommendation for fans of Christian hip hop and soul music, with some crossover appeal among secular audiences as well. Strongest Point(s): Outstanding production, excellent mix. Good tonal balance. Great intro. Brilliant beat design, exceptionally progressive musically. Fantastic vocal production and arrangement; lo...

Carolyn Wright - Lord of All Christian, Gospel, Religious Tennessee, United States Overall Impression: Fronted by a truly astounding vocal performance courtesy of Carolyn Wright and richly populated with an abundance of harmonically adventurous progressions and equally fascinating melodic elements, "Lord of All" is what I can best describe as Gospel turned up to eleven. Perfectly blending its elements of soul, R&B, jazz, and rock together with the utmost finesse and panache, this is a strikingly accomplished piece of writing that confidently refuses to hold anything back. From its utterly captivating performances to the towering feeling of grandeur it so effortlessly evokes, "Lord of All" is a masterful display of soaring creativity and ardent dedication and I was truly spellbound from start to finish. Strongest Point(s): Let's begin with the utterly captivating lead vocal performance by Carolyn Wright. The sheer power and technica...

Wonderchika - Hes Already Won Christian, Gospel Texas, United States Overall Impression: For Wonderchika, otherwise known as Gloria Linda Diaz, music is a spiritual calling as much as it is an artistic one. Her latest track “He’s Already Won”, pays homage to and honors that sentiment of faith through her beliefs. "He’s Already Won”, is an inspirational and uplifting song that inspires hope and faith. She found her faith and Jesus at the Templo De Liberacion-, where she was inspired to pick up a guitar at eight and never put it down. For her, it is an instrument for God, and she is the vessel of his expression. The song will appeal to fans of easy listening, Christian or Gospel music, and is a must-listen-to for anyone looking for music with a message. Strongest Point(s): The combination of the song’s inspirational and powerful lyrics, the passion portrayed in the vocals of Diaz and her singing counterpart, and the musical composer of the piece Josh Cav...

Crimson Crux - Hollywoodland Rock, Hard Rock, Pop Metal, Christian Kentucky, United States Overall Impression: Electronica, hard-rock, pop-metal, and even lashings of goth-infused industrial styles combine together in a fantastical whirlwind of pulse-pounding rhythms, hard-hitting synth, and earth-shakingly good riffs in this highly enjoyable genre-bending piece of songwriting. Crimson Crux's "Hollywoodland" is an insightful look into the many trials and tribulations many struggling artists face in the often uncompromising and supposedly "glitzy" world of Hollywood, this is a track that paints an honest and un-airbrushed picture of an industry that can be both ruthless and overbearing, and Crimson Crux have done a marvelous job if depicting this through a brilliantly flamboyant track that is undeniably catchy and well put-together. Strongest Point(s): When dealing with a number of different styles, it can be all too easy for contrasti...

Fire On The Horizon - Eternal Light Metal, Christian, Hard Rock Tennessee, United States For Fans Of: Mastodon, As I Lay Dying, Megadeth, Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath, Avenged Sevenfold, Disturbed, Iron Maiden, System of a Down, Bullet for My Valentine 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! #metal #rock #music #heavymetal #metalhead #deathmetal #guitar #metalmusic #blackmetal #thrashmetal #metalcore #hardrock #punk #guitarist #rocknroll #art #metalband #goth #metalheads #band #s #alternative #musician #metalgirl #metallica #gothic #hardcore #deathcore #drums #rockmusic

Now Defunkt - Sickle Moon Alternative/Alt. Rock, Christian Washington, United States Overall Impression: Now Defunkt returns with another gloriously creative and funk-laden fusion of alternative rock styles that manages to confidently transcend the expected genre tropes that are usually associated with various contrasting elements it's lavishly comprised of. "Sickle Moon" is another great example of Now Defunkt's clearly unique sense of musical identity that includes interesting vocal harmonies, quirky melodic interludes, and an abundance of creative flair that ensures listeners are kept firmly transfixed on the music from start to finish. Strongest Point(s): If there's one thing you can be certain of when booting up a Now Defunkt track, it's that you're in for one hell of a musical ride. What's always struck me about a Now Defunkt tune is that there is a definite non-willingness to conform to typical genre stereotypes, thi...

Bethany Becker - I Want Love Country, Pop, Christian Texas, United States For Fans Of: Carrie Underwood, Taylor Swift, Miranda Lambert, Danielle Bradbery, Lady A, Rascal Flatts, Little Big Town, Kelsea Ballerini, RaeLynn, Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, Maddie & Tae, Gabby Barrett, Kacey Musgraves, Maren Morris, Lauren Alaina, Cassadee Pope, Sugarland, Jana Kramer, The Band Perry, Martina McBride, Pistol Annies, Faith Hill, Reba McEntire, Sara Evans, Carly Pearce, CamHunter Hayes, Ingrid Andress, Tenille Arts 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! #countrypop #countrymusic #music #country #newmusic #scountry #countryrock #popmusic #songwriter #singersongwriter #livemusic #nashville #countrysinger #showalert #singer #rock #s #instamusic #liveacoustic #pop #nashvillemusic #americana #nashvillenights #countrymusicislife #blues #popco...

Rowan Newcomb - Worth Fighting For Pop, Pop Rock, Christian California, United States Overall Impression: Rowan Newcomb has released his new Christian Rock tune Worth Fighting For. Opening with a buoyant guitar riff and moderate groove, Worth Fighting For has a strong pop rock feel with an uplifting Christian message. Motivated by Newcomb's faith, the lyrics encourage perseverance and strength to overcome trials and troubles. Newcomb sings with a bright and welcoming tone. He delivers the song's message clearly and with an inspired passion. Back up vocals provide a strong sense of unity and congregation during the memorable chorus. Overall, Worth Fighting For by Rowan Newcomb is a catchy new Christian rock tune that stays true to its message. Strongest Point(s): The message behind Worth Fighting For is definitely the tune's strongest point, but it is supported very well by the pop rock groove and back up vocals. Target Audience Appeal: Fans of...

Watt Is Ligh - Archangel Michael Rock, Christian Watt, Switzerland For Fans Of: Daughtry, Nickelback, Weezer, AC/DC, U2, Kings of Leon, Paramore, Green Day, The Killers, Linkin Park, Manowar 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! #rock #music #metal #guitar #s #rocknroll #musica #rockmusic #pop #hardrock #punk #heavymetal #band #love #musician #guitarist #rockandroll #livemusic #singer #live #art #alternative #blues #concert #rockband #drums #photography #metalhead #bass #bhfyp

Now Defunkt - Telling the Bees Alternative/Alt. Rock, Christian Washington, United States Overall Impression: Having reviewed a previous track by the marvelous genre-bending Now Defunkt, I was excited to delve into "Telling the Bees" knowing very well that another stylistically exciting and wonderfully unique listening experience lay before me, and lo and behold, this is exactly what I got. Now Defunkt has done it again, "Telling the Bees" combines their brilliantly quirky lyrical style with the wholly unique approach to songwriting that we've come to know and love from this boundary-pushing band. Now Defunkt manages to fuse a number of genres together with both flair and grandiose and are clearly having a blast, and for that, I must tip my hat to them! Strongest Point(s): There are a plethora of interesting ideas on display, and many stem from a number of different styles, including prog, funk, fusion, and rock. This interesting blend...

Pony Express - Stand Up America Country, Christian, Gospel Texas, United States For Fans Of: Willie Nelson, Carrie Underwood, Merle Haggard, George Jones, George Strait, Gene Watson, Johnny Paycheck, Buck Owens, Joe Diffie, Mark Chesnutt, Tracy Lawrence, Clint Black, Martina McBride, Sara Evans, Shania Twain, Jo Dee Messina, Alan Jackson, John Anderson, Clay Walker, Sammy Kershaw, Tracy Byrd, Brooks & Dunn, Neal McCoy, Randy Travis, John Michael Montgomery, Aaron Tippin & Garth Brooks 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! #countrymusic #country #music #nashville #livemusic #singer #singersongwriter #guitar #songwriter #musician #newmusic #countrygirl #love #countrysinger #countrymusiclover #cowboy #countryboy #americana #countrylife #classiccountry #outlawcountry #rock #s #blues #acoustic #concert #countrymusicsinger #texas ...

Now Defunkt - Tumbleweed Angels Alternative/Alt. Rock, Christian Washington, United States Overall Impression: Every now and again, you come across a track that transcends typical genre barriers to create something truly unique sounding and refreshingly bold in its execution, to me, this is one such track. Every element of "Tumbleweed Angels" has a wonderful amount of bite to it, from the attitude-filled lyrics and vocal performances to the ultra-melodic guitar riffs and hard-hitting synth, Now Defunkt serves up an absolute monster of a song that is unapologetically daring, tremendously adventurous, and brilliantly audacious, brilliant work! Strongest Point(s): Where to begin?! Let's begin with the performances, confident and assured, each performance does a stellar job of bringing the tracks many vivid ideas to life, the lead vocals have a great quirkiness to them and fit with the general aesthetic of the track perfectly, this coupled with the ...

Jason El Moreno - Nazareno Latin, Merengue, Christian Florida, United States For Fans Of: Tito El Bambino, Juan Luis Guerra, Marc Anthony, Aventura, Daddy Yankee, Juanes, Shakira, Bad Bunny, Wisin & Yandel, Don Omar, Carlos Vives, Chayanne, Franco De Vita, Luis Fonsi, Alejandro Sanz, Ricardo Montaner, Fonseca, Nicky Jam, Farruko, Calle 13, Grupo Niche, Elvis Crespo, Olga Tañón, Grupo Manía, Toño Rosario, Johnny Ventura, Jossie Esteban, Hector El Father & Juan Luis Guerra 4.40 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! #latinmusic #music #reggaeton #musicalatina #musica #salsa #latin #latino #trap #puertorico #bachata #colombia #dance #latina #trapmusic #musicaurbana #badbunny #m #merengue #hiphop #dembow #latinos #ozuna #repost #love #latindance #newmusic #a #spotify #bhfyp

Cross Purpose - This Man You've Made Christian/Gospel, Classic Rock, Blues New York, United States For Fans Of: Marvin Sapp, Fred Hammond, The Staple Singers, Michelle Williams, Amy Grant, MercyMe, tobyMac, David Crowder Band, Hillsong United, Relient K, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Fleetwood Mac, Eric Clapton, Led Zeppelin, Skillet, Switchfoot, Newsboys, DC Talk, Petra, Kutless, Thousand Foot Krutch, P.O.D, Pillar, Red, Jars of Clay, Third Day, & Fireflight 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! #christianrock #christianmusic #christianmetal #punkrock #christianpunk #poppunk #rock #classicrock #punkrockmusic #songbysong #matthoopes #matthewthiessen #jiverecords #capitolrecords #rockmusic #jesuschrist #hope #christianmetalcore #music #faithmusic

TheBranch(222) - Show the World Hip Hop/Rap, Christian rap Indiana, United States For Fans Of: T.I., Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Lil Wayne, The Notorious B.I.G., 50 Cent, Drake, Jay-Z, Kanye West, Eminem, Big Sean, Kendrick Lamar, 2 Chainz, Fabolous, Wiz Khalifa, Juicy J, Tyga, J. Cole, Meek Mill, Wale, A$AP Rocky, Bruno Mars, The Weeknd, Joey Bada$$, Future, Rick Ross, DJ Khaled, Young Jeezy, & French Montana 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! #hiphop #rap #christan #christinarap #music #rapper #trap #dance #hiphopmusic #love #beats #newmusic #artist #producer #rnb #dj #rapmusic #art #hiphopculture #rappers #pop #popmusic

Empowered - Raise Your Hand Christian/Gospel, Rock Los Angeles, United States For Fans Of: Fred Hammond, Amy Grant, Third Day, 7eventh Time Down, Petra, Building 429, Kutless, MercyMe, Newsboys, Audio Adrenaline, Sanctus Realtoby, MacHawk Nelson, Colton Dixon, Disciple, Fireflight, Decyfer Down, Citizen Way, Skillet, Switchfoot, Thousand Foot Krutch, Relient K, Jars of Clay & Casting Crowns 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! #christianrock #christianmusic #christianmetal #punkrock #christianpunk #songbysong #rockmusic #jesuschrist #rock #music #hope #christianmetalcore #faithmusic