reviews
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In conversation with Annelise Gonzalez: no longer the opening act
On June 22, around 100 people packed into The Basement in Nashville, Tennessee, to celebrate the release of Annelise Gonzalez’s debut EP, Enough for Me, Anyway. It was a full-circle moment for Gonzalez, who was no longer the opener but the headlining act. “It was insane to pack a room. It’s been so beautiful and…
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In conversation with Christian Lee Grey: a passion for music and family
Yes, you read that right. Despite what you may think, we are not here to discuss the main character from 50 Shades of Grey. “I wear it as a badge of honor. They thought I was so dope, they had to write a book about me. Haha, just kidding,” Grey joked about his name. “It…
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REVIEW – Vintage sound, modern revival: Neal Francis is bringing back the 70s with ‘Return to Zero’
While listening to my Discover Weekly on Spotify, I was caught off guard when “Need You Again” by Neal Francis came on. It wasn’t the quality of the song that surprised me—it was a flawless 70s-style funk track—but the fact that I had never heard it, or the artist, before. I’d like to think of…
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REVIEW – Penelope Road’s self-titled album
Penelope Road, a five-member band hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, is slowly emerging into the limelight after the release of their self-titled EP in May of 2024. Since then, members Max Moore, Charles Eastman, Koan Roy-Meighoo, James Kopp, and Anthony Smith have announced a Summer Tour and will be opening act for indie-alt band Lake Street…
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In conversation with scxtty: TikTok’s next viral sound
“pov: you are in a BAND from new jersey. i’m looking for an opener for my show in Asbury Park nj at the asbury park brewery on june 20th. comment! tag your band friends!!!” Somehow, TikTok’s algorithm sensed my proximity to the beachfront city and even the frequency with which I’ve visited over the last…
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In conversation with Spyne!: ‘Out of Nowhere’ and into the spotlight
When asked to describe his band, guitarist Liam Muhler put it simply: “I gotta say, this is probably one of the luckiest bands where I’ve ever seen where stuff just kind of falls together last minute and it’s great.” From the band’s split-second meetings, successful two days in the studio, and natural musical abilities, Spyne!…
