Hailing from the Land Down Under, Ocean Grove is heavy act that fades in and out of genres. With two Eps under their belt, they have shifted from a typical metalcore sound found on their earliest release titled Outsider to a chaotic, yet refreshing nu-metal release found on Black Label. But screw the genres. This... Continue Reading →
25. Illuminate - Shawn Mendes Splendid sophomore album that truly showcased Shawn's solid ability in creating songs that make you sing along. Top vibes: Patience, No Promises 24. Dangerous Woman - Ariana Grande Fabulous blend of pop and R&B that brings to the forefront Ariana's angelic vocals while having over half the tracks being worthy of... Continue Reading →
With a medley of notable remixes on their resume, the French EDM duo KLYMVX break away with an astounding original track. Blessed by the vocals of Emily Zeck, "After Midnight" is a wonderful track once again showing how EDM and pop are seamlessly intertwined. Opening with a piano ballad accompanied by Zeck's soothing vocals, the... Continue Reading →
2016 has been the revival of nu-metal, perhaps the only good thing about this year. Afterlife continue this reawakening of nu-metal with their single "Vicious Cycles". This song arrives the same day that Stay Sick Recordings announced that they had signed the band hailing from Florida. They also have an EP coming out February 3.... Continue Reading →
Marshmello, the most notable newcomer in EDM this year, has caused a riot with his riveting music. Implementing trap elements into his EDM, he has definitely found a formula that serves as both infectious and artistic. With a key signing to Skrillex's label and an astounding debut album, Marshmello is taking over the world. Here's... Continue Reading →
10/10 If you thought Childish Gambino was going to drop bars upon bars on his latest release, you are greatly mistaken. Instead, he transcended the bounds of rap and emerged into something entirely unique. Completely trading in rap and hip-hop for funk and blues, Gambino turns the clock back, pulling in influences from James Brown... Continue Reading →
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