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The Hush Sound: The Triple Threat

Summer in December? Not a problem with The Hush Sound‘s new album, The Triple Threat, after taking a hiatus in 2008. As the name suggests, the collection features three pop pieces that traverses between the avenues of surf rock and pop.

Madi Diaz: Far From The Things That We Know

This week, discover something new and listen to the captivating sound of Madi Diaz, a folk rock singer/songwriter that charms her way into our ears with her songs’ lyrical earnestness and spacey folk tunes that’s enough to distract us from the daily grind.

Ready Set Records: Here, Hitty Hitty

Recently named as one of the ‘9 record labels you should know about’ by Nashville Lifestyles, Ready Set Records, an independent record label, releases their most exciting collection yet titled Here, Hitty Hitty. The album features a pleasurable mix of old favorites and new tracks from a promising list of artists such as Trent Dabbs, Sugar + The Hi-Lows, Elenowen, Young Summer, and KID.

The Weeknd: House Of Balloons

The man of the minute, you may remember The Weeknd in Ariana Grande’s latest single Love Me Harder, but let’s back track a bit to 2011 and enjoy the artist’s debut project titled House Of Balloons. The collection features nine solid pieces that quickly sets out to prove that The Weeknd will make a name for himself. First stop is High For This, a staggering atmospheric piece that utilizes low reverberating beats that and polished R&B vocals, slowly building into a sharp-edged ending

Pyre: My Goodness

Seattle-based trio of Joel Schneider (guitar, vocals), Andy Lum (drums) and Cody Votolato (bass) aka My Goodness treats fans with Pyre, a four-track that spins alternative rock to the core. My Goodness opens with a bang in Young Turks. Get energized with sharp-edged riifs and textured vocals as a jungle of bass and drums vibrates within your ears.

Dominic Balli: Not For Sale

The power of reggae music lies in its power to impact social, cultural, and spiritual norms, which is greatly reflected in Dominic Balli‘s latest release. Not For Sale is a 12-track album that evokes memories and personal themes punctuated with lush, funky melodies.