Music History

John Cougar – “This Time”

From his album “Nothin’ Matters And What If It Did” (1980):

Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website | iTunes

New Music

Carly Rae Jepsen – “Psychedelic Switch”

From her album “The Loveliest Time” (2023):

Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website | iTunes

In The Spotlight

Millie Kirkpatrick – “Lies”

Born in Suffolk, this British singer and songwriter got bitten by the music bug aged 5 after hearing her idol KT Tunstall on TV. She started performing at a local music club aged 11, which led to her writing her first song at 16. Since she’s been gigging and played festivals like Leestock and Jimmy’s Farm Festival. Also inspired by Amy Macdonald and Dido, she released her self-titled debut EP in 2020.

Returning after a three year hiatus from releasing music, her new single tells the tale of someone being in a relationship because it’s expected, rather than for love. Although the lyrics conjure more melancholy thoughts, she dipped her words in a buoyant tune. With a driving rhythm, melodic guitars and sparkling synths, it’s her genuine voice that turns this into something quite special.

Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website | iTunes

Music History

Gino Vannelli – “Black Cars”

From his album “Black Cars” (1984):

Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website | iTunes

New Music

Idina Menzel – “Beast”

From her upcoming album “Drama Queen”, to be released on 18 August 2023:

Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website | iTunes

In The Spotlight

Dragondeer – “New Dawn Get Down”

Hailing from Denver, this genre-spanning four-piece band is centered around lead vocalist, guitarist and harmonica player Eric Halborg and guitarist and vocalist Cole Rudy. They’ve made their name playing festivals such as Electric Forest and Firefly and shared the stage with Marcus King and The Revivalists. Inspired by Led Zeppelin and Taj Mahal, they debuted with their EP “Don’t Feel That Good” in 2014.

Written during the pandemic when uncertainty, racism and judging people with differen opinions turned into a powder keg of conflict, their new single is a call to stand up as one. Taken from their upcoming album “Across The Waves”, expected on September 15th, the song starts with carefree whistles, but expands with a cheery rock beat and disco-esque solo and makes this a catchy groove.

Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website | iTunes