Happy Tuesday. Are you ready for five more great indie artists? We hope so, cause we have another edition of Get it or Forget it for your perusal.
Artist Name: Noiseheads
Album Name: Sitcoms for Aliens
Label: Silly Monkey Music
Genre: Alt-Rock
Track Listing: 1. Prelude; 2. Wait.; 3. I, Bleed; 4. Enter Starship; 5. Homecoming; 6. ’72; 7. Ballad of Me, Myself and I; 8. Drown Me; 9. Who?; 10. Friend; 11. Still Alive; 12. Here
Publicist: Effective Immediately PR
Review: Noiseheads is a trio of lads from Florida who are making a name for themselves in the alt-rock world. On their third album, they hit the ground rocking with a 90’s grunge edge. Their sound sits right on the ledge between alt-rock and metal, and has enough going to keep most listeners enthralled and engaged. The songs are well written, well played and the amazing guitar riffs will stick with you long after you finish the song. Just when you think you know their sound, they slip in a track like “Enter Starship” or “’72,” with a retro classic rock vibe. Our favorite tracks include “Wait.,” “I, Bleed,” “Enter Starship,” “Homecoming,” ’72,” “Ballad of me, Myself and I,” “Who?,” and “Friend.” Might as well say we love just about the whole album.
Recommendation: This one is a no-brainer. Surely a candidate for one of the best albums of 2018, we highly recommend you Get it now!
Artist Name: Sugar Queen & The Straight Blues Band
Album Name: 340 Blues
Label: Self-released
Genre: Blues
Track Listing: 1. Crab Boil; 2. Give Sugar; 3. Wanna Take my Man; 4. 15 Dollars; 5. Hey Guys; 6. Handfast Love; 7. By the Law; 8. Moonshine Bill; 9. I Can’t Wait; 10. Sugar Queen Blues Groove; 11. I Miss You
Publicist: ABIK Radio Promotion
Review: Sugar Queen aka Michele Denise is an American blues singer who currently resides in The Netherlands. She has brought in a killer band of local musicians to form the core of The Straight Blues Band, and collectively they have put together an amazing debut album. From the first notes of “Crab Boil,” it becomes quickly evident that Sugar has come to rock the blues in the traditional manner. We really love the slow, sexy feel of “Wanna Take my Man” and “By the Law,” but there isn’t a weak track on this album. We love them all, especially the final song, “I Miss You.” Great debut – can’t wait for the next one.
Recommendation: If you love traditional blues, you will love this record. Get it now.
Artist Name: Greg Sover
Album Name: Jubilee
Label: Grounded Soul Records
Genre: Indie Rock/Blues
Track Listing: 1. Emotional; 2. Jubilee; 3. Hand on my Heart; 4. As the Years go Passing By; 5. I Give my Love; 6. Temptation (live); 7. Hand on my Heart (acoustic)
Publicist: Frank Roszak Promotions
Review: Greg Sover has grown immensely as an artist since our last review of him in July 2017. This time around, he has an even more rocky edge to his music, as demonstrated on the opening track, “Emotional,” but he shows on the title track,”As the Years go Passing By,” and “Temptation (live)” that he still knows how to rock the blues. His rock ballad “Hand on my Heart” is a masterpiece and worthy of radio airplay, as well as placement in film and television. For a change of pace, check out “I Give my Love,” with its island/reggae feel. We really love the acoustic version of “Hand on my Heart” that closes out the EP. Can’t wait for the next one!!!
Recommendation: Don’t think twice – Get it NOW!
Artist Name: Freevolt
Album Name: Open up Your Door
Label: Evolvement Music
Genre: Tropical Rock
Track Listing: 1. Always Feel so Good; 2. Not Beg; 3. Pounds of Love; 4. Ritual; 5. Wiling; 6. Cinnamon; 7. Open up Your Door
Publicist: Evolement Music
Review: According to the press release, Freevolt is “a tropical rock act that fuses the genres of roots, reggae, jam, funk, americana and pop . . .” What that means for the average listener is that you are in for a treat. This is just plain great music, regardless of the genre you try to stuff it into. It is feel good music, starting with the first track, “Always Feel so Good.” This is a band that deserves to be on the radio, and their music would be a great choice for commercial placement, as well as film and television. You can’t go wrong with this one. Favorite tracks include “Always Feel so Good,” “Pounds of Love,” “Ritual,” and “Open up Your Door.”
Recommendation: Just Get it already.
Artist Name: Endre Nordvik
Album Name: Suburb Hero
Label: Beatstone/AITP Europe
Genre: Indie Pop/Rock/Folk
Track Listing: 1. Gold; 2. I Can’t Find my way Home; 3. I’m in Love with You; 4. Mother; 5. Silvia Amberlie; 6. Like old Friends; 7. Sometimes; 8. I Believe; 9. In Your Garden; 10. Let the Good Times In
Publicist: AITP Europe
Review: Wow. We were not prepared for the awesomeness that is Endre Nordvik. He has a 70’s Eagles vibe that is refreshing and pure. From the first note of “Gold, we were hooked. Nordvik has a way with words, and his voice matches that first track – solid gold. This artist deserves the attention of the American music industry. The music is upbeat and left us feeling so good. He brings in his folky side on “I Can’t Find my way Home.” The goodness continues track after track. Why can’t we get great music like this at home? The International market is ripe with talent, and we hope they come here soon. Our favorite tracks include “Gold,” “I’m in Love With You,” “Mother,” “Silvia Amberlie,” “Like Old Friends,” “Sometimes” (love the duet and the feel – this one is a hit!), and “Let the Good Times In.”
Recommendation: Rush out and Get this one NOW!