In this edition of LITM Rock Picks, we feature stirring compositions from artists Seán Finn and the Late Bloomers, Under Delusion, Love Ghost, Bdee + The Venomous Oranges, and Harry Kappen.
Seán Finn and the Late Bloomers - Out on a Farm
In Out on a Farm by alternative indie band, Seán Finn and the Late Bloomers, you experience an effervescing, prismatic sound that instantly sends sparks flying in your soul. The band masterfully fuses the liveliness of folk music, with intricate, mercurial arrangements of jazz, and breezy disposition of yacht rock. The song has an uninhibited, playful feel, invoked by the explorative yet deterministic instrumentation. Decorated with funk-soaked jazz progressions, cascading tunes, and prominent basslines, the music draws you in. The singer’s expressive vocal performance paired with the galvanic flow of melodies makes for a thrilling show. Seán Finn and the Late Bloomers do not hold back in displaying their instrumental prowess and indulging their creative curiosities, a move that is welcome for the spell-binding sonic experience it produces for audiences. Listen to Out on a Farm by Seán Finn and the Late Bloomers here!
Under Delusion - Music Is My Drug
Synth rock band Under Delusion, weaves profound themes on life and love into gripping soundscapes driven by vocals and fuzzy guitar riffs. In Music Is My Drug, the band craft a musical landscape that is seething with synth melodies, electrifying hooks, and roiling riffs. The high-octane, accelerating drum beats pulse along with synth and guitar textures, creating a rich, emotive backdrop. The vivid, soaring guitar tunes punctuate the soundscape. The singer unleashes tender yet powerful melodies with a commanding presence throughout the song, standing out even amidst the stormy haze of the instruments. The low-timbre female vocals also harbor within it, the intensity and weight of the feelings explored in the lyrics. On finding a voice, strength, and hope in music, the lyrics paint a rousing picture of resilience. Music Is My Drug is a compelling release. Listen to Music Is My Drug by Under Delusion here!
Love Ghost - 2Young4U
Love Ghost’s brand of emo grunge rock penetrates deep into the soul. The latest release titled, 2Young4U featuring the delicate vocals of Andie Gago, is soaked in melancholy, heartbreak, and rumination. The lyrics present a vivid imagery of someone grappling with the reality of a failed romance through introspective and vulnerable writing. The contemplative guitar notes, adorned in reverb, echo across the soundscape, while a thumping drum beat sets the pacing rhythm of the track. At the heart of the sound sits the singer’s voice, raw and raspy, it stitches emotionally-charged, emphatic melodies into the music, elevating the intensity of the music. The tender, glass-like vocals of Andie Gago, embellishes the music with pristine, affecting tunes that add to the air of vulnerability and honest expression in the song. 2Young4U is yet another heart-tugging release from Love Ghost. Listen to 2Young4U by Love Ghost here!
Bdee + The Venomous Oranges - Daysleeper (Live)
Bdee + The Venomous Oranges craft creatively abundant and sonically adventurous alternative rock soundscapes. Their music, a medium for deeper exploration of themes like isolation, mental illness, and neuro-divergence, has experimental arrangements, emotive expressions, and a free-spirited character. Daysleeper (Live), is one such track from their ‘Dinos in Vietnam Sessions (Live)’ collection. The song opens with a rolling drum beat and shimmery melodic hook, creating a timeless, vintage feel. The heavy bass notes, synth whooshes, luminous guitars, and the gentle drums create an enigmatic atmosphere, heightened by the breezy, layered vocals. Shifting from this moody atmosphere, the music quickly changes into a fervent passage, brimming with fuzzy riffs, blazing solos, impassioned vocals, and speeding drums. The track then settles back into the original hazy, dark ambiance and continues to oscillate between the two states. Daysleeper (Live) is dynamic, and riveting. Listen to Daysleeper (Live) by Bdee + The Venomous Oranges here!
Harry Kappen - Time will tell
Dutch musician and music therapist Harry Kappen’s work always leaves a lasting impact on the listener, be it the richness and dynamism of the soundscape or the emotional quotients of the music. Time will tell, the latest release, brings a powerful rock sound illustrating a deeply personal, and poignant theme. The sharp, metallic shine of the guitars ring brightly alongside the steady thump of the drums. Majestic, radiant electric guitar notes illuminate the soundscape with emotive, expansive melodies. Harry Kappen’s mature and grounded voice fills the music with sincere melodies. The delicate highs and the earthy lows of the vocals, heals and breaks the heart. The lush ambiance immerses you in the sound, trickling into every nook and corner of your mind, provoking you to delve deep into the meaning and music. Time will tell is a sublime and potent release. Listen to Time will tell by Harry Kappen here!
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