Music Is Life

So, My social site of choice tends to be on Facebook, since that’s where most of my friends hang out (not all, just a majority). However, I really want a place to post all the awesome new music that continues to be created, and finds my feels. So, my activity on this site is going to be for posting and discussing new music. It’s mostly going to be around the hard rock vein, with a heavy dose of Metal-Core, but my range is pretty open. It will extend everywhere on occasion from country-rock to show tunes, R&B to 80′s, and 50′s to Jazz. But remember, MOSTLY New Rock N’ Roll! What am I listening to now... or ever? https://www.last.fm/user/darthcunning

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Highly Suspect - 16

I’ve never listened to this band before this song, that I am aware of. Wow, this is just so passionate and heart-wrenching. I’m not sure there is a lot I can add. It just has to be shared though. This is a quote from the band about the song.

“ In a statement, the band tells iHeartRadio of their new song "16," "'16' is about a first love and a moment of instant heartbreak. The lyrics describe the true story of lead singer Johnny Stevens falling in love at sixteen years old, fostering a relationship for seven years, and feeling elated when she told him she was pregnant with their baby. The song describes his instant devastation the moment of the birth when he found out that the baby wasn't his, the baby was a different race. Though a wild story, the lyrics capture the gut wrenching feeling of first love lost, betrayal, and regret." They add, "This is a song about heartbreak in the worst way you can possibly imagine." “

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I’ve never listened to Skindred before this past month. There are several songs from their current album that are worthy of adding to regular rotation. This one is really standing out for me. It has several great hooks, including a dance-worthy rhythm, and some interesting prose/rap in the middle. Check it out, worth a spin :-)

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So, maybe I’ve been missing something and maybe I haven’t. Watt has never been on my radar, not even once. Post Malone does ring a bell, but hasn’t really been in my circle… until now. These two have collaborated on a story of a trip through the Burning Man Festival. I’m fascinated, since that’s the one festival I'v been following since inception, but never made it out there. I did love the 2 Woodstock reunions I was alive for, so.much.music! Back to Burning Man, it’s got this great funky vibe, killer base line  that’s a little jazzy. It’s so catchy, it only takes a listen or two before you’ll find yourself stretching out a “baaaahbee” in your head.Give it a try, it’s got Rock, soul, R&B, and a little lyrical rapping. Really great fusion effort!

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Counterfeit - You Can't Rely This is a powerful and moving tune. While retaining roots in post-hardcore metal, it has a bluesy feel in the vocals and lyrics. The music has a slow burn from the beginning. As the melody changes from each stage of the verses, into the chorus, and on to the stanzas, it fits very well together. Like taking a journey, first you walk to the bus, then ride the bus to track, then at the track you take off in a racecar... pitstop, then off to finish the race!

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This song has a little more of a classic country vibe than I originally expected, even with the tone from her first release in mind. However, Dorothy's powerful and haunting vocals electrify the notes coming up behind her. There is a solid, funky baseline that really seems to ramp the chorus up a notch. Again, some of the most passionate music is telling a story, what is your ability to convey that story without bashing people over the head with the obvious. Does your passion and ability to tell the story remain open enough so many of us can relate ourselves. This song succeeds in some parts, but not completely. Although, it is clear this is a story about Dorothy. While not completely Flawless, this tune comes pretty close.

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This is a new one I started listening to a few months ago. Looks like to just got a wider release, and an album to go with the single I followed. It has a distinct sound I’m digging the last couple of years that falls in line with Too Close To Touch, among some others. It has a realism and passion in the storytelling aspect of the song that makes me believe and relate to what they are trying to convey, yet it’s just open enough for interpretation that I can feel the moment as my own.

-Craig C

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So, we’ll start with this catchy tune. It rings more true to the cynical humor of Tyler that we have come to know and love, than I fell from some of the other tunes on their latest release. My understanding is they were looking to change up their sound and feel. Mission accomplished, though I’m not sure my ears appreciate it more than previous works. However, this is a particular standout!

*edit: The Spotify clip doesn’t do the song justice

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New Music

So, My social site of choice tends to be on Facebook, since that’s where most of my friends hang out (not all, just a majority). However, I really want a place to post all the awesome new music that I continue to find and love. 

So, my activity on this site is going to be for posting and discussing new music. It’s mostly going to be around the hard rock vein, with a heavy dose of Metal-Core, but my range is pretty open. It will extend everywhere on occasion from country-rock to show tunes, R&B to 80′s, and 50′s to Jazz. But mostly Rock N’ Roll!

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Device, Led by David Draiman of Disturbed, Debut New Cover Song, “Close My Eyes Forever” Featuring Lzzy Hale of Halestorm