Showing posts with label Kodaline. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kodaline. Show all posts

Tuesday, 24 October 2017

New Music Review #103

Ten more songs that you need to hear!

Aminé - Spice Girl



It might run out of steam in its over-long verses but it's pop-grime crossover chorus has a wry smile on its face and a hooky feel. (6/10)


A Perfect Circle - The Doomed



Sounding a little like a piratic ELO, this multi-faceted single covers stripped-back instrumental, cinematic stylings and rockier sections in a surprisingly versatile and building hit. (6.5/10)

Cheat Codes feat. Fetty Wap - Feels Great



Though the chorus is pretty generic dance-pop it's ode to youth and the energy in the verse almost make up for it. A little bit too familiar but a strong enough distraction for three minutes. (6/10)

Kehlani - Touch



'Touch' is a gentle sultry little number with simple production that gives Kehlani's sweet and suggestive vocals room to breath. Smooth. (7/10)

Kodaline - Ready to Change



Though the chorus is perhaps not as catchy as previous ones it's great to hear Kodaline back as there's much to enjoy in this guitar-lick hefty pop-rock crossover with an anthemic central chorus. (7/10)

Louis Tomlinson - Just Like You



Though lacking the energy of his last single this is a sweet ballad with enough lyrical buzz to keep it together. (6/10)

Pink feat. Eminem - Revenge



Pink continues her succession of recent fun singles with this more tongue-in-cheek and poppy offering that offers a nice more fun alternative to her more introspective current numbers. (7/10)

Rita Ora - Anywhere



Quite possibly Ora's best single yet, this is a well written and performed introspective song that beefs up the music with something a bit more clubby, though the live stripped-back version is even better. (7.5/10)

Riton, MNEK and the The House Gospel Choir - Deeper



Though the lyrics are anything but deep this is a catchy pop-dance number with the mix of vocal talents contributing into something that keeps the energy and fun high. (7/10)

Tom Grennan - Royal Highness



A little bit like if Danny Dyer started singing, this is actually quite a catchy radio-friendly number thanks to its fun and poppy central chorus and energetic delivery. (7/10)

Thursday, 20 July 2017

New Music Review #74

Ten more songs we recommend that you need to hear!

Alice Cooper - Paranoiac Personality


Taking some time off from the golf course, Alice is here with a psycho-sampling pop-rock number that fits in nicely with his earlier material and is pretty fun, though his voice seems a little less powerful than previous numbers. (6.5/10)

Avante Black - Make A Mess 


Though the drum machine is definitely on over-time here, it provides a dramatic backdrop to this bouncy, atmospheric and quirky pop number. (6.5/10)

Blondie - Too Much


Blondie continue to release some great songs, and this highlight from their most recent album 'Pollinator' is a true highlight with a really catchy chorus and a joyful feel. (7.5/10)

Elkie Brooks - Forgive And Forget


The gruffly-voiced singer returns with this simple and gentle little number that will take you back to an era long-gone. Nice. (6.5/10)

Fall Out Boy - Champion


Though they may have disappeared from the spotlight over the last few years Fall Out Boy are still creating some great songs, such as this uplifting song. (7/10)

Francis and the Lights feat. Chance the Rapper - May I Have This Dance


There's a Phil Collins feel to this record that maybe goes a little OTT with the auto-tune but there's a tear-jerking heart to the record that works of a subtle and evolving indie track with a quirky yet enjoyable electronic backing. (7/10)

Kodaline - Brother


There are hints of Maroon 5 in this quieter number than I was expecting from Kodaline. With its building drum beat and sweeping chorus this is a pleasing listen with some production tricks adding to the style. (7/10)

The Kooks - Broken Vow


Taken from their new singles collection 'Broken Vow' feels like classic The Kooks. Here with a pushing rhythm, this is a strong indie number. (7/10)

Rudimental feat. James Arthur - Sun Comes Up


Rudimental does the impossible on this record and makes me enjoy a song featuring James Arthur. It's not an outstanding dance track but it's a good listen. (6/10)

Skinny Living - Why


A simple, yet touching, single with the lead singer's vocals a delightful listen, bringing the touching lyrics to life. (7/10)