Music Reviews

Rewriting Tradition — The Bloom Project by Adai Song

Few albums manage to bridge past and present with the precision, depth, and audacity of The Bloom Project. Released in 2025, this bold new work from New York and Beijing–based electropop artist Adai Song (also known as her EDM persona ADÀI) reimagines 1920s Shanghai “shidaiqu” — the fusion of Chinese folk and Western jazz — …

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A Decade in the Making — Taylor Lally by Taylor Lally

In a music landscape often dominated by quick singles and fleeting trends, Taylor Lally’s self-titled debut album stands apart as something rare: a project with roots, weight, and soul. Released in late 2024 and already earning a 2025 NI Music Prize nomination for Album of the Year, this record captures ten years of a life …

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A Tender Look at Vulnerability — “Will I Be Loved” by Shannon Hudson

With his new single “Will I Be Loved,” Americana and folk singer-songwriter Shannon Hudson delivers a deeply personal and emotionally resonant track that captures the quiet ache of human vulnerability. This song is the second release from a larger body of work that Hudson has been carefully crafting over the past year and a half—a …

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A Powerful Emotional Duel in Song — “The Longing” by Harry Kappen

“The Longing” is the latest single from Harry Kappen, a seasoned musician and music therapist whose work is consistently rooted in deep personal reflection and universal themes. Recently relocated to Mexico City, Harry offers this new release as the fourth single from his upcoming album FOUR—and it may well be his most emotionally charged song …

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Scirii — “Femme Fatale”: A Siren’s Anthem of Ego, Power, and Shadow

Scirii’s second single, “Femme Fatale,” released on July 17, 2025, is more than just a dark indie pop track — it’s an unapologetic deep dive into the psyche of power, allure, and emotional duality. Emerging from her bedroom studio in Watford, England, Scirii once again demonstrates that true artistic impact doesn’t require extravagant production — …

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Bill Barlow — “By Special Request”: A Heartfelt Journey Through Songs Chosen by the People Who Know Him Best

Bill Barlow’s latest album, “By Special Request,” isn’t just a collection of songs — it’s a tribute to the people who’ve walked alongside his musical journey. Released on October 3, 2025, the 18-track project stands apart because every song on it was selected not by Barlow himself, but by his fans, friends, and family. It’s …

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New Nobility — “Stop the Earth”: A Global Anthem for Peace and Reflection

New Nobility’s latest single, “Stop the Earth,” is more than just a song — it’s a heartfelt call to pause, reflect, and reconnect with our shared humanity. At a time when global tensions and conflicts seem louder than ever, this track steps in as a quiet but powerful voice urging compassion, unity, and change. Inspired …

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Paul Gehl — “A Moment in Time”: A Poignant Reminder to Live Fully

Paul Gehl’s new single, “A Moment in Time,” is a heartfelt and introspective piece that beautifully captures the fleeting nature of life. Recorded in his intimate home studio in Luxembourg City, the song is both a personal statement and a universal message: life is short, and every moment counts. This is a track that resonates …

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_SHOE — “Patterns of Possession”: A Dark Electronic Odyssey

_SHOE returns with a striking new single, “Patterns of Possession,” a release that feels both cinematic and visceral. Set against the backdrop of the larger Devisal narrative universe, this track takes listeners on a journey through a technological landscape where human emotion collides with machine consciousness. Dark synthwave textures, 80s-inspired tones, and glitch-infused sequences shape …

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