In this edition of LITM Rock Picks, experience electrifying releases from artists The Harbours, The Awakening, Carousel, Kaiwyn, and Mark Wink.
The Harbours - Locked In
From Leicestershire, UK comes the catchy and invigorating sound of The Harbours, an indie rock band. Their latest release, Locked In is bursting with life, passion, and energy. Opening with the rapidly pulsating thrum of bass guitar and rolling beats of the drum, the music is off to a heart-racing start. As vibrantly glowing guitar riffs pour down on the soundscape, the music shines iridescently with rich textures. The rhythm and sonic intensity is dynamic, dipping and rising, creating a sense of unending thrill and adventure. The vocal melodies are earworms, the execution is flawless, and the energy is refreshing. The Harbours are definitely an act to watch out for; their style and spirit is addictive and unforgettable. Listen to the song here!
The Awakening - Mirror Midnight
The Awakening is the musical project of vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter Ashton Nyte. The US-based band crafts Gothic/Darkwave soundscapes that grip your senses and take your mind to unchartered territories of contemplation and thought. Mirror Midnight, the latest release, has a dark, intense, and rousing atmosphere defined by pounding drums, gritty riffs, searing solos, mushrooming synths, and formidable vocals. The song’s provocative and cerebral lyricism paints a stark picture of reality; an audacious commentary on the socio-political state of the world. Stitching this theme into an equally affecting soundscape, the artist ensures that a sonic revolution transmutes into a mind-opening experience. Listen to Mirror Midnight here!
Carousel - 5 Beers
Carousel’s brand of rock is high-octane, audacious, and thrilling. Their wide range of influences including 70s psychedelia to modern experimental rock has allowed them to craft soundscapes that challenge categorization and boast a sound that is truly their own. The latest release, 5 Beers, explodes with raw and raucous energy. The thunderous downpour of drums, the gravelly buzz of guitar riffs, the boisterous vocals all fuse into an electrifying soundscape that jolts you with its fervency and delightful hysteria. The repeating lines etch themselves into your memory, slowly going from bold imprints on the musical backdrop to being taken over by the chattering vocals, ringing dissonance, impassioned riffs, and unrelenting drums. 5 Beers is super potent and super slick. Listen here!
Kaiwyn - Off and On
Australian singer-songwriter Kaiwyn brings a heartwarming and vibrant style of indie pop rock sound, teeming with energy and emotion. Steadily acquiring fame and acclaim with every release, the latest single, Off and On, proves just how much creativity, skill, and authenticity the artist has to offer. Fluttering synths open the song alongside velvety vocal melodies, setting a blissful, exciting mood. Before you know it, the music swells, the drums kick in, the vocals soar and the song is transformed into a groovy, spirited, and infectiously joyful soundscape. Dramatic horns, thumping drums, springy riffs, and revelrous vocals take the music to new heights of fun. The production is flawlessly smooth, with every section flowing into the other with a masterful direction. Off and On is a sonic gem that is worth being treasured in your happy playlist. Listen here!
Mark Wink - Welding Metal
Mark Wink’s latest release, Welding Metal is a powerhouse of a track. The soundscape is forged by fusing influences ranging from the intensity of hard rock, gritty industrial textures of metal and punk rock, and modern electronic infusions. Starting off heavy with beeping motifs laid atop the gravelly wash of riffs and pounding drums, the music establishes its formidable sound with conviction. The raw, punk attitudes radiate bright and clear in the vocals; the impassioned, uninhibited energy roiling in the coarse, heavy vocals seeps through the sound and into your spirit. Within the seemingly cacophonous symphony of sounds, there is a masterful complexity and scrupulous execution which sets this song apart. Listen here!
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