112 songs, movies, albums submitted this week for evaluation
Look Up, album by Ringo Star. The Beatles sound is unquestionably there, you possibly can hear it in among the phrasings and naturally in his voice, however Ringo Starr’s foray into nation (everybody’s doing it now) is enjoyable if a bit uneven. “Need Some”, and “Can You Hear Me Name”, the latter with Molly Tuttle, examine off all of the nation containers. Different songs – some do and a few don’t. However it’s completely enjoyable. Stream in all places.
Desfado single by Ana Moura. One among Portugal’s premier fado singers, who additionally information with rock stars just like the Roling Stones, Ana Moura has given us a Desfado that is upbeat, optimistic, and a supply of comfortable vitality that you may hearken to all day. This follows on the heels of her smash album Casa Guilhermina. Stream on Spotify and all main platforms. Portuguese.
Hey You, single by Yeemz. Classically educated cellist and singer-songwriter, Yeemz, launched her debut EP titled Hey, You! on the finish of 2024 with intricate string preparations, quietly highly effective lyrics, and earworm melodies. Hey You feels like somewhat lady, however is delivered with the boldness and maturity of a girl who is aware of the total extent of her expertise. Stream on main platforms.
Entre Los Fores, album by Miramar. The Bolero-Beat Band From Richmond, Virginia, are a world studio in themselves. Reis Alvarez (vocalist) boasts Puerto Rican Roots, keyboardist Marlysse Simmons, is a primary era Chilean, and Laura Ann (vocalist) combines Appalachian and Brazilian music. The result’s distinctive, enjoyable and like nothing you will have ever heard earlier than. Stream on main platforms. Spanish.
Simulation, single by Whitney Tai. In my view among the finest dream pop/pop rock songwriters on the market, Tai delivers energy and gentleness collectively in songs and collections which might be certain collectively by an idea, and free to roam via hers – and our – universe. Simulation grabs you with its lilting lyric supply whereas caressing you with ethereal accents. A inventive triumph. Stream on main platforms
XT4S1S, single by Danna Paola. From the 2024 album Baby Star with over 300 million streams on Spotify in 2024. Producer, songwriter, singer – she does all of it, and this track actually exhibits. Each line traces up and tickles your ears. The manufacturing accents are edgy, however don’t get in the way in which. A enjoyable single to play all day. Spanish.
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