Music
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In conversation with Peter Sun: finding inspiration in life and the land around us

There’s something unmistakably John Denver about Peter Sun. Between his sound, look, and even his natural facial features, Sun’s artistry is deeply inspired by Denver’s music and his love for the countryside. “I always appreciated how he had a unique sound to his voice,” Sun said. “Growing up, I had, and still do, a kind
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REVIEW – Mac Saturn returns to music with new single ‘Takes Time’

Over a year and a half since their last release, the Detroit-based rock and roll band Mac Saturn took the time before releasing their latest single, “Takes Time,” on Oct. 10. Encompassing the groovy funk of their January 2024 album Hard to Sell, “Takes Time” is a more-than-welcome sight of the band’s awaited return. “Takes
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In conversation with Golden Cats: building a community with music

The moon’s light guides the cats among a night sky surrounded by nature’s greenery as “Night Walks” by Golden Cats begins to play. This band started as a fun project by two friends, Laura Dalla and Kyle Lenski. One day, Dalla and Lenski were walking on the street. A young child approached them, saying they
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REVIEW – Geese might be ‘Getting Killed’ by the modern era, but they’re thriving in chaos

Geese is comfortable with chaos, but on Getting Killed, they learn to embrace it to the max. The Brooklyn band’s fourth studio album stands out among their previous releases, catapulting the group into mainstream spotlight. Geese may be rising to fame, but their lyrics and musical instincts remain rooted in that same gritty unpredictability that
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REVIEW – Peter McPoland’s ‘Big Lucky’ lands as a big letdown

Peter McPoland’s sophomore album, Big Lucky, returns to his roots of independently produced tracks, a breath of fresh air after his dance-inducing, synth-loaded debut, Piggy. Big Lucky, however, is less a nostalgic throwback than it is a step in the wrong direction. Released on Sept. 26, Big Lucky starts off strong with a guitar-led, 30-second
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In conversation with Adam Czeisler of Sweet Water: latest album sheds light on the wondrous and beautiful

In the early ‘90s, Seattle-based rock band, Sweet Water, began their musical journey together and have since continued to create a lasting legacy founded in music, friendship, and creative exploration. Bandmates Adam Czeisler (frontman), Rich Credo (guitarist), Cole Peterson (bassist), and Chris Friel (drummer) spent their early years growing up together and attending the same
