Author: Rick Jamm
Journalist, publicist and indie music producer with a fervent passion for electric guitars and mixing desks !
Mark Johnes: “Static Change” – lyrically deep and infectiously beautiful music at the same time
London-based Mark Johnes was raised by a radio DJ father in Harare, Zimbabwe, where he grew up under a pile of 70s soul records that [more…]
Janna Pelle: “Favorite Customer” is impressively haunting!
Janna Pelle is a classically trained pianist-turned DIY Pop performer combining elements of rock, soul, and dance into her theatrical live performances. Inspired by David [more…]
The Black Lemons: “You’re Never Gonna Have Enough Money” mixes technicality and heart, with intelligence and a solid streak of eccentricity
The Black Lemons’ songwriter and bass player, Stephen Simon, together with guitarist Jay Lawrence, shuffled instruments and players, until they picked up Philadelphia native Scot [more…]
Dan McLean Jr: “Let’s Stop Hurting Each Other” delivers music with gut instinct!
I’m not going to lie to you, I’m biased. Dan McLean Jr is a definite favorite of mine, since I heard his track “I’ve Seen [more…]
Dan Q: “Kick In The Door” recreates a world of vivid imagery all in one tidy bundle of rhymes
Dan Q keeps moving ahead one song at a time, as he works his way toward the EP, “Buddha Statues and Herbal Tea”. Ten days after [more…]
Jay Read: “Ride or Die” ft. Ebony Michele – stands with the best of what the underground has to offer!
I think the way to go into the latest single by Jay Read, entitled “Ride or Die” ft. Ebony Michele is with an even attitude, [more…]
Rick Kraich: “Heart Songs” harnesses the power of classic country-rock power!
“Heart Songs” is a very strong album from Rick Kraich, full of diverse and rewarding songs. It’s got a bit of everything. Great lyrics, structure, [more…]
The Phantoms: “Lost” – a propulsive rhythm and great washes of glorious thundering guitars!
Formed in 2012, The Phantoms are Colin Simpson (Vocals and Rhythm Guitar), Colin McKillop (Lead Guitar), Zach Tarimo Goodhur (Bass Guitar) and Blair Cullen (Drums). [more…]
JJ Savina: “7:00 AM” is never trite or clumsy and it always sparkles with genius!
JJ Savina aka Julia Savina is an EDM Producer, DJ and Remixer at Famous Records / Fontana. Originally from Narva, Estonia, JJ Savina gained her popularity [more…]
LADYBABY: J-Pop Meets Metal – a barrage of multifaceted time signatures and tongue-in-cheek lyrics!
LADYBABY is Lady Beard, Rie Kaneko and Kuromiya Rei – a Japanese idol group who sing and dance beyond the boundaries of national borders, gender, [more…]
Andy May: “Room for Roots” – grabs listeners with small-town stories and sharply cut images
In a career spanning 5 decades and 3 regions of the nation, Andy May’s originality and optimism combined with his love and respect for America’s [more…]
Sarantos: “Dreamer” offers up another melodic rock masterstroke!
Sarantos offers up another melodic rock masterstroke. His sound is here, alive and well, but even more polished. The driving rock abounds, and the lyrics [more…]
Cortni Bird – There’s an easy grace to “Karma’s Got Me Now” that is positively captivating”
At just 19 years of age, Singer-songwriter Cortni Bird wrote and co-produced her first album and toured the east coast of America. Prior to releasing her [more…]
H-Town native Triple X 2000 releases the single “Shake It”
H-Town native Triple X 2000 began his pursuit and interests in the music industry as an artist, writer and producer of his own unique genre [more…]
Morning Fatty: “Resistance” – a phenomenal release that is solid all the way through!
Based out of Gainesville Florida, Morning Fatty continues to evolve and transform their sound since coming together in 2004. The group’s original dynamic shifted incredibly [more…]
Alec Henderson Band: “Fly Away” captures feelings and senses in music that most artists overlook!
Alec Henderson Band is an acoustic duo from Greensburg, PA. In March of 2016, Alec Henderson and Dane Whatule went to a Pittsburgh recording studio [more…]
Those Two People: “That One Album” – the ukulele challenges the artist to get the most out of every note!
I just discovered this music 2 days ago and I am blown away. “That One Album” is one of the best conceptual albums I heard [more…]
EJ Brixx: “Jump! (Leap Of Faith)” – blends different genders of music together, almost like painting a picture!
Elliott Brown, aka EJ Brixx, is a songwriter, producer and performer based out of Nashville, TN . A native of Washington, DC, living most of [more…]
J. Irja: “Goin Ghost” is a testament to this girl’s sheer will to break the mold and make her mark!
Since going independent, J. Irja has shut down stages just about everywhere, and opened for headliner acts including T-Pain, King Louie, and Bandman Kevo. Branded with [more…]
