Devon Thompson – “Soft Like Water” (Song Premiere)

Devon Thompson
Adam Grundy

Today I’m excited to share with everyone the debut single from LA-based artist, Devon Thompson, called “Soft Like Water.” This artist channels elements of classic rock, with a modern flair, and a twist of vibrant personality to make songs like this shine. Thompson shared, “This is a song about a re-discovery of one’s self after losing yourself to someone, and finding a new darker perspective to approach life.” If you’re ready to discover the next big name in music, you’ve come to the right place.

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Review: Zebrahead – II

Adam Grundy

The latest EP from Zebrahead comes at an important crossroads in their history. II is the second release from the band since adding the new vocalist/guitarist Adrian Estrella, and finds Zebrahead tinkering with their sound in order to discover what works best for them for the foreseeable future. Their last record, entitled III, was a thrilling reinvention of their dynamic sound that left the realm of possibilities wide open for where this artist could travel to next. Much like a storm coming out to sea at the wrong time, this ship occasionally steers off course, when they could’ve simplified the process of crafting these songs. The band covers a little bit of new ground by adding more metal riffs in one song, and attempts a ska/punk track on the EP that goes a bunch of directions, but never in a straight path.

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Jack Antonoff Wins Producer of the Year

Bleachers
Jason Tate

Jack Antonoff has won the 2023 Grammy for producer of the year:

His production credits within the eligibility window were for Florence and the Machine’s Dance Fever, the soundtrack to Minions: The Rise of Gru, Taylor Swift’s “All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor’s Version) (From the Vault),” Diana Ross’ “I Still Believe,” and the 1975’s “Part of the Band.” His records with Lorde and St. Vincent qualified last year, while his work on Taylor Swift’s Midnights and the 1975’s Being Funny in a Foreign Language are eligible next year.

Review: BANNERS – I Wish I Was Flawless, I’m Not

Adam Grundy

For those unfamiliar with the artist known as BANNERS, it is the solo project of the talented, and award-winning singer-songwriter, Michael Nelson. On his latest EP, entitled I Wish I Was Flawless, I’m Not, BANNERS firmly cement their status as a big name to watch in the pop realm. With a platinum single already to his name in “Someone To You,” Nelson’s songs transcend musical boundaries and makes the listener connect with him on a spiritual level. BANNERS would be perfect for fans of The Fray, Coldplay, and Dean Lewis, and this artist has made me a believer in his crisp pop production found on this record.

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Review: Dust Bowl Faeries – Carnival Dust

Adam Grundy

What do you get when you mix cabaret with polka, paired with a sliver of Danny Elfman-esque mystique to it? The answer can be found on Carnival Dust, the latest EP from the indie band known as Dust Bowl Faeries. The band is comprised of Ryder Cooley (accordion, singing saw, lead vocals), Jon B. Woodin (guitar, vocals), Rubi LaRue (lapsteel, vocals), Liz LoGiudice (bass, vocals) and Andrew Stein(percussion), and their willingness to push the envelope on what is possible in the folk genre is commendable. Dust Bowl Faeries seem very comfortable in their own quirky skin and proudly invite you to their show.

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