John Lisi’s Debut Album a Path of Self-Discovery [Interview]
John Lisi’s 2021 album, I Hope This Feels Good, sees the young artist shine his creative flashlight deeper into the winding cave that is a budding career in music. The album, which I love dearly and wrote about last week, takes cues from a variety of genres and shows Lisi as an young, dynamic talent capable of shifting tempos and intentions with a song’s notice. … Continue reading John Lisi’s Debut Album a Path of Self-Discovery [Interview]
Tune In Tuesday: Best Recent Albums Include Kiefer, DAISY WORLD, Khruangbin
Kiefer ~ When There’s Love Around Marking his second project of the year, Kiefer returns with a jazzy, instrumentally-dense album. When There’s Love Around succinctly captures feelings of friendship and familial love, with a series of soothing, engaging arrangements. DAISY WORLD ~ SUNDOWN / SIX TWO Her first personal release on streaming services, this double is evocative and impressive, giving listeners the feeling that plenty … Continue reading Tune In Tuesday: Best Recent Albums Include Kiefer, DAISY WORLD, Khruangbin
Interview: Knyves Escobar Shares Wisdom, Speaks on Inspiration & Pushing Past Labels
On the precipice of their debut project, Knyves Escobar (she/they) is leaning into their dynamic musical talent and intrinsically strong self-belief as pillars of what looks to be a long and successful career in music. Escobar says the upcoming debut will show listeners that they have plenty more in store than the typical R&B sounds Escobar tends to lean on. While their voice lends itself … Continue reading Interview: Knyves Escobar Shares Wisdom, Speaks on Inspiration & Pushing Past Labels
Multi-instrumentalist John Lisi Welcomes You Home with “I Hope This Feels Good” [Album Review]
As if directly inspired by Steve Lacy’s Ted Talk on the creative possibilities brought about by advanced technology, John Lisi created I Hope This Feels Good, a gentle, soft-around-the-edges album. Employing jazz and alternative stylings with his saxophone, guitars, keyboard, and computer, the project keeps its allure over many replays. I Hope This Feels Good’s cover art tells you much of what you need to … Continue reading Multi-instrumentalist John Lisi Welcomes You Home with “I Hope This Feels Good” [Album Review]
New Music To You: Babe Rainbow, The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger, and Jaden Smith
With the Hummingbird Rotation, we hope to give folks a closer look at the songs that get the most play at Hummingbird HQ. This installment, hear about Babe Rainbow, The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger, and Jaden Smith. Peace Blossom Boogy // Babe Rainbow I wasn’t around to know for sure, but this song feels like what I imagine partying in the 1970s was … Continue reading New Music To You: Babe Rainbow, The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger, and Jaden Smith
New Music To You: Capital Cities, André 3000, the Grateful Dead, and Goldfinger
With the Hummingbird Rotation, we hope to give folks a closer look at the songs that get the most play at Hummingbird HQ. This installment, hear about Capital Cities, Andre 3000, the Grateful Dead, and Goldfinger. Farrah Fawcett Hair // Capital Cities, André 3000 You might’ve heard of the techno-psychedelic rock group Capital Cities back in 2013 when their first single, “Safe and Sound,” was … Continue reading New Music To You: Capital Cities, André 3000, the Grateful Dead, and Goldfinger
New Music To You: Jurassic 5, Flume, and Ari Lennox
With the Hummingbird Rotation, we hope to give folks a closer look at the songs that get the most play at Hummingbird HQ. This installment, hear about Jurassic 5, Flume, and Ari Lennox. Work It Out // Jurassic 5 feat. Dave Matthews Band Hopefully, you’re like me and played hours upon hours of NBA Live 07 when growing up. You know — the one with … Continue reading New Music To You: Jurassic 5, Flume, and Ari Lennox
New Music To You: Weezer, Booker T & the M.G.’s, and The Black Keys
With the Hummingbird Rotation, we hope to give folks a closer look at the songs that get the most play at Hummingbird HQ. This installment, hear about Weezer, Booker T & the M.G.’s, and The Black Keys. I’m Just Being Honest // Weezer Have you ever been in trouble for being too honest? Frustrated from a seemingly nonsense argument with a significant other? Believe me, … Continue reading New Music To You: Weezer, Booker T & the M.G.’s, and The Black Keys
New Music To You: Mt. Joy, Lonnie Liston Smith, and Pharrell Williams
With the Hummingbird Rotation, we hope to give folks a closer look at the songs that get the most play at Hummingbird HQ. This installment, hear about Mt. Joy, Lonnie Liston Smith, and Pharrell Williams. Astrovan // Mt. Joy “Astrovan,” released just last year, embodies the spirit of feel-good 60’s classic rock. It just makes you wanna throw on a tie-dye tee, pile into a … Continue reading New Music To You: Mt. Joy, Lonnie Liston Smith, and Pharrell Williams
New Music To You: Florence + The Machine, Brothers Osborne, and Pusha T
With the Hummingbird Rotation, we hope to give folks a closer look at the songs that get the most play at Hummingbird HQ. This installment, hear about Florence + The Machine, Brothers Osborne, and Pusha T. What The Water Gave Me // Florence + The Machine There’s really something to be said about a song that gives you the chills while seemingly transporting you to … Continue reading New Music To You: Florence + The Machine, Brothers Osborne, and Pusha T
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