album reviews
Reviews of albums old and new from iconic artists and up and coming musicians alike.
Brandon Lake’s Sevens: A Prophetic Anthem of the Jesus Revolution 2.0
Introduction: The Sound of Truth When the first riff of Brandon Lake’s Sevens from his King of Hearts album drops, it doesn’t feel like the start of a worship set — it feels like a revolution. 🔥 The guitars roar, the drums thunder, and the lyrics cut straight to the heart. This isn’t polished background music for Sunday morning; it’s prophetic fire wrapped in heavy rock. And that’s the point. Brandon Lake is stepping into the role of a modern-day prophet, using raw sound and unflinching truth to awaken a generation.
By Sunshine Firecracker6 months ago in Beat
Real McCoy and the Secret Behind “Another Night”
In the mid-1990s, Eurodance was at its peak, and one of the defining acts of the genre was Real McCoy. Their pulsating beats, catchy hooks, and late-night club appeal brought them international stardom. At the center of their success was their most recognizable song, “Another Night”, which climbed charts worldwide and became a cultural touchstone of the decade. Yet behind the track’s glossy music video and radio-friendly polish was a surprising truth: the voice that millions sang along to wasn’t the one audiences were led to believe.
By Edwin Betancourt Jr.6 months ago in Beat
Lil Nas X: The Musical Revolutionary Who Changed Everything
You know that feeling when a song comes on and you instantly know it's going to be stuck in your head for weeks? That's exactly what happened when "Old Town Road" first hit the airwaves back in 2018. But behind that catchy tune was a young man from Georgia who was about to flip the music industry on its head – and he was just getting started.
By Fazal Ur Rahman6 months ago in Beat
Summer Without a Soundtrack: Why 2025 Feels Like ‘Brain Rot Season’
Every summer has a mood. In some years, it’s defined by a blockbuster movie, a chart-topping anthem, or even a cultural trend that captures the collective imagination. Think of the era of “Hot Girl Summer,” or the way Barbie and Oppenheimer collided to create the “Barbenheimer” trend in 2023. These moments weren’t just fun; they were shared cultural connections that gave summer its flavor.
By Echoes of Life6 months ago in Beat
Slumerican Symphony: Yelawolf, Redemption, and the New Southern Outlaws
Part I: The Architect - Michael "Yelawolf" Atha Gadsden to Antioch - Forging an Identity The artistic identity of Michael Wayne Atha, professionally known as Yelawolf, is not a constructed persona but the direct, almost inevitable, result of a life defined by instability and cultural collision. His biography is the foundational mythos of the Slumerican movement, and to understand the latter, one must first deconstruct the former. Born in Gadsden, Alabama, to a mother who was only 16, with a father who "was nowhere to be found," Atha's childhood was a crucible of constant motion. The family roamed so frequently that by the time he left high school, he had attended 15 different schools, a nomadic existence that instilled in him a relentless forward momentum, a "shark-like quality — to swim is to breathe".
By Sunshine Firecracker6 months ago in Beat
mgk's new album
I love Machine Gun Kelly. I think I have about 60 of his songs saved to my Spotify right now. My partner says he fell off and sold out but I strongly disagree with him. He just released a new album on August 8th titled "Lost Americana" after his break-up with Megan Fox and let's just say I am here for it.
By Chloe Rose Violet 🌹6 months ago in Beat
Faceless. Fearless. Beaux Deity.
In a world where fame often overshadows the art, one artist is turning the spotlight away from themselves—and toward the work that truly matters. Faceless. Fearless. Uncompromising. Meet Beaux Deity, the anonymous music and visual artist who’s rewriting the rules of identity, artistry, and creative independence in the digital era.
By mysoundMusic6 months ago in Beat
Triela's Gecko EP
Triela's Gecko EP isn’t just another release—it’s a defiant step into the unknown. At the intersection of electronic experimentation, industrial distortion, and breakbeat urgency, Triela is forging a signature soundscape that challenges genre boundaries and rewards deep, immersive listening.
By mysoundMusic6 months ago in Beat
Taylor swift new album
When 87% of fans say a single album changed their lives, you know it’s more than just music. That’s the kind of devotion Taylor Swift has cultivated over nearly two decades — and now, she’s about to test the limits of that loyalty with her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl. The title alone shimmers with drama, glamour, and a promise of storytelling that only Swift can deliver. But behind the sparkle lies a fascinating tapestry of strategy, symbolism, and emotional connection that is already sending the Swiftie universe into overdrive.
By Soul Pages6 months ago in Beat
