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REVIEW — ‘Midheaven’ by Cory Blair
As an avid music listener, I’ve had no shortage of music to soak up in August. New releases at the tail end of summer capture a particularly warm feeling that, with luck, will stick with listeners as the weather slowly, or not so slowly, cools. Regardless, this month a variety of artists are gracing music…
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In conversation with Halogens: looking back on 15 years
Fifteen years is a long time to dedicate to anything—but for Asbury Park-based rock band Halogens, the journey has been, in the words of their appropriately titled 2023 EP, Time Well Spent. For lead vocalist and guitarist Zach Henry, his relationship with music felt serious “pretty much right from the beginning.” “I started playing guitar,…
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REVIEW — Margot Miller’s EP ‘Downy Hair (Turns Into Stubble)’
I’m a firm believer that seasons shouldn’t be rushed. The hype for Halloween in July and the Christmas rush in November make me physically ill in a way that should be studied by the pumpkin spice latte enthusiasts. As much as I am stubborn in this and in more ways than one, I am open-minded.…
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In conversation with Jake Radano of Blush Boy: building a band, part 3
Jake Radano knew exactly what he wanted from a young age: to be in a band, to be a musician, and that’s exactly what he’s made of himself. As a music industry and business major at Rowan University, Radano now stands as the drummer of Blush Boy. But his journey with the band dates back…
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In conversation with Bobby Mahoney: playing in the key of Jersey
Since the early days of rock and roll, New Jersey has demanded greatness from its music scene, inspiring transformative acts like Bruce Springsteen, Bon Jovi, Skid Row, and My Chemical Romance. Now, Bobby Mahoney is answering the call. Growing up in East Brunswick, NJ, 31-year-old songwriter, vocalist, and guitarist Bobby Mahoney first began cultivating his…
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REVIEW — ‘Got it wrong’ by Claire Martine
On April 28, Claire Martine released her newest dreamy single, “Got it wrong.” Produced by Alejandro Flórez and Liam Hartnett, “Got it wrong” uses wistful, lo-fi-pop-adjacent beats accompanied by beautiful bass and guitar playing to describe how hard it can be to express yourself at the right times. Lyrics like, “Sorry about last night /…
