Album Review: "A Beginner's Guide To Bravery" by David Keenan

16th January 2020 //

Hey everyone!

If on this mighty fine Thursday you are looking for an escape,
an escape to a sound world you might've not explore before,
we invite you to check out David Keenan's debut album.

We get this feeling of pure joy whenever an album takes us on a ride and lets us lose ourselves in the music. (Not an Eminem pun, promise!)
David Keenan's album did exactly that for us, so please join us on journey of discovering the album.


Artist: David Keenan
Title: A Beginner's Guide To Bravery
Genre: Folk
Label: Rubyworks
Release Date: 10th January 2020


David Keenan is a singer/songwriter from Dundalk, Ireland.

David has always found the fascinating in the seemlingly mundane. That creativity and imagination have helped the songwriter to find his style.
On the journey of finding his style and voice, David went to Liverpool to find Lee Mavers, singer of The La's. And while he didn't find Lee, he found confidence - confidence in his writing, his performing and his ability to sing each song like it was his last, an ability he admires in artist such as Damian Dempsey and Jacques Brel.

His debut album, "A Beginner's Guide To Bravery" was written over the span of four years, embedding stories of the past, present and future within the eleven tracks which were recorded within a week. Giving the songs time to tell him exactly where they wanted to go shows David's ability to really lean in and let his craft develop.

And he's right - there's no sense in rushing, it's just the beginning. Journeys unfold over time.

His passionate performances have captivated large audience including the times he played support sets for Glen Hansard, Rodrigo y Gabriela and Hozier.


Tracklist:
1) James Dean
2) Unholy Ghosts
3) Altar Wine
4) Love In A Snug
5) Tin Pan Alley
6) Good Old Days
7) The Healing
8) Origin Of The World
9) Eastern Nights
10) Evidence Of Living
11) Subliminal Dublinia


Opener "James Dean" prepares you for the journey you are about to embark on in the most gentle way. It's minimalistic, it's soothing, the closer you listen, the more you'll find yourself ready for more. More poetry, more stories sung by David.

"Unholy Ghosts" unfolds and blossoms into a song bigger than the first few chords would let you suspect. Towards the end you are engulfed in warm fiddles, steady drums, welcoming acoustics and a voice you don't want to stop listening to. 
Of course "Altar Wine" needs to be mentioned. It gives us the feeling of driving on the highway past midnight, you're one of the only ones travelling, travelling to where you're going but also travelling to where David Keenan takes you with this song. It's one of the most haunting, most captivating songs on the record.

It seems like David has a thing for starting a song off calm and mysterious, but letting it crescent into something bigger than imaginable. With choruses that make you move your entire body, "The Healing" wins you over with rapid rhythms, intensifying instrumentals and the passion with which David tells you these stories.

To sum it up: David Keenan has managed to create his very own sound world. One that's filled with poetry, charm and mystery. It allows you to go on a journey as you travel through the songs, discovering new elements and highlights each time you listen. "A Beginner's Guide To Bravery" is a record that transports you into another place and time and that's a pretty big achievement.


You should listen to these tracks: Unholy Ghosts, Altar Wine, The Healing, Origin Of The World



Watch David's acoustic performance of "Alter Wine" right here:




- buy and/or stream "A Beginner's Guide To Bravery" here -



David Keenan online: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Spotify | YouTube | Instagram





Thank you for your visit!

Credits // Words: Vanessa Jetwash | Image: via Backseat PR

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Album Review: "Heard It In A Past Life" by Maggie Rogers

Hey everyone!

If we can give you one clue about what you can expect from New Music Friday on HITS today,
it's that it's completely focused on girl power.

We are so excited about the amount of ladies who are releasing extremely fantastic music today,
so naturally we need to share as many of them with you as we can.

(Might be feeling some pressure to really get all the posts out there today,
but let's do it!)

Let's start chatting about one of those releases we've been anticipating for months now!


Artist: Maggie Rogers
Title: Heard It In A Past Life
Genre: Alternative
Label: Capitol Records
Release Date: 18th January 2019


Maggie Rogers is a singer, songwriter & producer from Easton, Maryland (US).

She has found her roots in Folk music and over the years has developed the unique and versatile sound she is now known for.
Maggie learned playing the harp at age seven, soon added guitar, piano and banjo to the mix and found herself indentifying as the banjo girl, a title she still carries with pride.

In 2016 Maggie had the chance to have her song "Alaska" played in front of Pharell Williams, which led to the video of his reaction going viral.
Being visibly moved and impressed by the young musician's talent for writing and producing, Williams had no notes on changes to be made, but a whole lot of praise.

And he's not alone.
Maggie caught the attention of music fans all over the world and quickly went from being an insider tip, to the new girl everyone in the industry talks about.


Alright, now that we know more about Maggie,
let's get to know her debut album.


Tracklist:
1) Give A Little
2) Overnight
3) The Knife
4) Alaska
5) Light On
6) Past Life
7) Say It
8) On + Off
9) Fallingwater
10) Retrograde
11) Burning
12) Back In My Body


Opener "Give A Little" is a clever track that pulls you in from the first note on.
The little sample sound is the first one we hear and it stays with us throughout the track, allowing us to settle into the song and discover the rest of the elements.
Maggie's vocals take control of the song as soon as they kick in, which is an absolute delight for your ears.
With a chorus so catchy and infectious, you'll be singing along in no time.

"Overnight" is definitely a stand-out track with a melody so fascinating and refreshing.
Again, it's Maggie's voice which controls the rhythm of the track so seemingly easily that you are completely drawn to the lyrics. She seems to have this absolute talent for placing backing vocals and little synths in the most logical yet surprising ways, grabbing your attention and not letting go of it until she finishes the track.
(Fun fact: the synths on this track are samples of glaciers and frog sounds!)

Her most recent single, "Light On", deserves to be heard in every version that is out there.
You might've seen this - pretty iconic - performance of the track which was shot in Paris as it literally blew away everyone on the internet the other day.
It's a vulnerable track, telling the story of something that's coming to end and the emotions that come with change. It's Maggie's promise to stay true to herself, to still be "dancing at the end of the day", no matter what.
And that's one powerful message to send out there. (And we're gladly receiving it, joining the dancing!)

"Back In My Body" is the beautiful end of this stunning record, which resembles Maggie's journey through life.
Each track takes you along on the ride, drives you carefully through the bumps along the way and let's you come home with the final track on the album.
The instrumentals get a big moment and showcase her talent as a writer, musician and producer.


To sum it up: With lyrics that tell stories so honestly and openly, "Heard It In A Past Life" is filled with songs you can relate to.
On top of that, Maggie Rogers clearly has all the skills to win you over with clever chord progressions, catchy hooks and danceable beats.
Dare we call this album one of the most exciting records of the year this early on?
Absolutely!

You should listen to these tracks: Give A Little, Overnight, Alaska, Light On



Watch the magical music video for "Light On" right here:




- buy and/or stream "Heard It In A Past Life" -



Maggie Rogers online: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Spotify | YouTube | Instagram





Thank you for your visit!

Credits // Words: Vanessa Jetwash | Image: via Maggie Rogers

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Album Review: "Politics Of Living" by Kodaline

Hey guys!

Alright, I really want to use this intro part of today's post to talk about one of my favourite things -
when artists and bands explore new sounds and make them work so brilliantly.

I love it when musicians feel confident and comfortable enough to evolve and create something they haven't done before.

To me, exactly that is art; the process of discovering new versions of yourself and to utilize modern techniques.

We live in time in which a lot of fans are quick to criticize those acts who venture out of their comfort zones.
It's understandable to some extend- sure, if you love a band's sounds, you might want to hear exactly said sound and nothing else, but let's all embrace change.


Today we're thrilled to chat to you about Kodaline's brand new record, so let's do it.


Band: Kodaline
Title: Politics Of Living
Genre: Alternative
Label: B-Unique Records, Sony Music
Release Date: 28th September


Kodaline are a four piece from Dublin, Ireland.

Their sound is ever-evolving, going with the times and discovering new dynamics all the time - but to genrefy it for you, we'd use the word Alternative.

Kodaline are:
Steve Garrigan
Mark Prendergast
Jason Boland
Vinny May 

2015 was a whirlwind for the band; they released their fantastic second record "Coming Up For Air", played tons of festivals, performed with Ed Sheeran and continued touring.

They then slowed down the touring side of things and started writing and recording new material.
Soon they released single "Brother" (and made everyone cry with it) and later on in 2017 they dropped their latest EP "I Wouldn't Be".

Since early 2018 the band has been sharing singles off of the the brand-new album "Politics Of Living", which has been released today.

So, let's check out the new record, shall we?


Tracklist:
1) Follow Your Fire
2) Hide and Seek
3) Angel
4) Worth It
5) Shed a Tear
6) Head Held High
7) Born Again
8) I Wouldn't Be
9) Don't Come Around
10) Brother
11) Hell Froze Over
12) Temple Bar


Opener "Follow Your Fire" is indeed a fantastic opener.
It showcases the Kodaline we know in the verses, but allows us to get to know the new elements of the band's sound in the choruses.
And we truly think of the new sound as an addition, rather than a change. They've still got the elements we fell in love with years ago and "Politics Of Living" is the perfect proof for that.

"Worth It" is infectious.
It's probably going to get you to click your fingers and sing along in no time. There's something anthem-like about the track that just soaks you in.
Instead of solely relying on the new electronic sounds, they have used multiple layers and have created a colourful track in the process.
Whether it's the piano, the guitar riffs, the bassline or the guiding drums - the band has seemingly effortlessly combined their strengths with their need to evolve.

If you have seen Kodaline live, one thing you've probably noticed is how in sync the band is; they work in unison and that's a super prominent element of their sound.

Does anyone else remember when we all cried our eyes out to the band's music video for "Brother"?
Yeah, that was an emotional day, wasn't it?
Well, even though we were already familiar with the song, it still wows us.
It's the melody, the rhythm and of course the intensity of their combined harmonies. It's the way they tell stories. 

There's one track one the album which made my jaw drop to the floor - it's number 11, "Hell Froze Over".
They almost spit the lyrics in the pre-chorus, right before singer Steve belts out all of his emotions and you can  l i t e r a l l y  feel the frustration.
Soaring electric guitars help carrying the emotion of the track, while the beats and bass tie it all together. It's tracks like this that really show how versatile Kodaline are - and how damn good they are at writing relatable songs.


To sum it up: When we think of Kodaline, we think of the most creative acoustic sessions, harmonies and songs that transport emotions.
"Politics Of Living" includes all of that- but doesn't stop there. The band has ventured out into the electronic side of music and they've combined those elements with their signature sound in such elegant way.

The album is a brilliant mix of new sounds and old comforts, fantastic arragements, impressive musical talent and an incredible production.

You should listen to these tracks: Worth It, I Wouldn't Be, Brother, Hell Froze Over

- buy and/or stream "Politics Of Living" here -

Kodaline online: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Spotify | YouTube | Instagram

Thank you for your visit!

Credits // Words: Vanessa Jetwash | Image: Kodaline

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Album Review: "Dogviolet" by Laurel

Hey guys!

Debut albums are a beautiful thing.

They are an introduction to an artist's sound, a glimpse of their vision and an insight into their stories.
It's actually super exciting, being able to dive into a new sound world, figuring out meanings behind certain songs, finding tracks that you can relate to and taking a thing or two away from listening to a record.

I'm sure while you were reading this, you thought about an album that did exactly what I described.

Luckily I get to listen to a lot of debut albums all the time and lucky for you - I'm always happy to share them with you.

Today we're all going on an emotional journey together, so I hope you're ready to listen to Laurel.


Artist: Laurel
Title: Dogviolet
Genre: Alternative
Label: Counter Records
Release Date: 24th August 2018


Laurel is a solo artist from London, UK.

Her sound combines different elements from different genres, creating a vivid and unique sound which could settle down for the Alternative title.

After releasing her latest EP "Park" in 2016, we've been hearing multiple singles to shorten the wait for "Dogviolet", Laurel's debut album.

Every track on the album was written and recorded in Laurel's home studio in East London. Later it was taken to Gizzard Studios and now it's in our hands and our ears - ready to be heard.

Laurel says about the album "I wrote these songs at home often locking myself away for periods of time in order to capture the true mania that comes from love; although a beautiful feeling, it can often feel a lot uglier."


So let's check it out!


Tracklist:
1) Life Worth Living
2) All Star
3) Same Mistakes
4) South Coast
5) Hold Tight
6) Adored
7) Sun King
8) Crave
9) Lovesick
10) Take It Back

11) Empty Kisses
12) Recover

Opener "Life Worth Living" enters the arena with a mysterious and dark vibe to it, making a bold and well expressed entrance.
The verses are kept as simple as they could be kept; Laurel's hauntingly beautiful vocals duet with the raw sounding guitar, which is being strummed in an effortlessly cool way.
Although kept so simple, you can feel the combination of vocals and guitar build up into the big chorus. A chorus that's going to stay in your head- percussions, bass, backing vocals and more guitar flare have been added and immediately give the song more grip.
All of those elements stay part of the song without ever making it sound cluttered, leaving you excited to hear what else the album has to offer.

 Fourth track on the album, "South Coast", is as dreamy as the imagination of walking along the south coast. It's a calm and atmospheric track, one that allows you to breathe and just be in the moment.
The calm and softly plugged electric guitar compliments the very present bass and Laurel's hypnotizing vocals. It's the kind of song you could have on repeat for an hour without getting bored of it. It offers enough details for you to get lost in.

"Adored" easily stands out, marking the halftime point with grit and a lot of electricity.
We're getting to hear a more aggressive side of the album, a straight-forward and boldly expressed emotion takes over and lets us listerners get to know Laurel's sound to its full extend.
With a voice that's so attention grabbing, it's no surprise that the musician can lead a track with confidence and certainty.


To sum it up: Whether it's the vulnerable and honest lyrics, the detailed instrumentals or Laurel's controlling and breathtaking vocals - "Dogviolet" is filled with reasons why this is one of the finest debuts of the year.


You should listen to these tracks: Life Worth Living, South Coast, Adored, Crave





- buy and/or stream "Dogviolet" here -



Laurel online: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Spotify | YouTube | Instagram






Thank you for your visit! 

Credits // Words: Vanessa Jetwash | Image: Laurel

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Album Review: "Stay Awake With Me" by Dan Owen

Hey guys!

One of the questions I get asked the most when people find out what my little part in the music industry is, is "So what kind of music do you write about?"

Over the years my answer has progressed from "Oh, a lot! Pop, Rock, Blues, Folk, actually the variety is pretty big." to "Music that feels passionate and refreshing."

To be fair, both answers are fairly vague - but come on, what else am I going to say?
HITS is a home for all the music the team loves, so there really isn't an answer that lets people know what to expect.

But I like it that way.

And I hope that I can always surprise you with the music I decide to share with you.

I'm not sure if you'll be surprised today, but you'll love the music - that's for sure.

So let's do this!


Artist: Dan Owen
Title: Stay Awake With Me

Genre: Singer/Songwriter, Blues
Label: Atlantic Records
Release Date: 17th August 2018

Dan Owen is a singer/songwriter from Shrewsbury, UK.

He is one of those artists who effortlessly blow you away. He mixes Acoustic with some of the finest Blues and Rock elements in the most intense, yet thoughtful way.

Dan has been performing in public ever since he was 13 years, accompanying his sister on the guitar.
At the age of 17, he discovered his love (and talent!) for singing and soon started to gig his way through the UK.
Dan Owen has mastered the craft of playing everywhere which led to him playing 150-200 gigs a year.

His talent didn't go unnoticed after one of his performances went viral on the internet- Fleetwood Mac drummer Mick Fleetwood himself invited Dan for dinner to chat to him about music and offer him advice.

In October 2016, Dan released his EP "Open Hands and Enemies" and has been touring intensely, also supporting Birdy on tour. (We managed to catch one of the shows, you can check out photos here.)

"Made To Love You", the first single off of "Stay Awake With Me" has amassed over 13 million streams on Spotify alone, giving away just how greatly appreciated Dan's talent is.
All of the following singles got radio support from Radio 1, Radio 2 and Virgin Radio.

And now it's time for us to jump right into the review.


So, let's check out Dan's debut album!


Tracklist:
1) What Is A Man
2) Icarus

3) Made To Love You
4) Fall Like A Feather
5) Hideaway
6) Hand That You Hold
7) Parachute
8) Stay Awake With Me
9) Call My Name
10) Splinter


Opener "What Is A Man" greets you in the friendliest and warmest way possible; brass instruments happily chirp their melodies into your ears and allow you to dive into the album headfirst. Dan's powerful and smokey voice soon joins the occasion and takes the lead.
Whilst duetting with the choir-esque backing vocals in the chorus, you can clearly hear the strength and urgency in Dan's voice.
With "What Is A Man" building up towards the last chorus and shining in the lights of a clever arrangement and a catchy melody, us listeners get a good idea of what is yet to come.

Once we've had our first encounter with the opener track, "Icarus" is here to ease us into the depths of the album, giving us time to adjust to the serious side of Dan's songs. With vocals this big and gripping, it's hard not to focus on the vocals and only the vocals on every track.
But, although his voice is one you'll remember, it would be a mistake to ignore the well arranged and produced instrumentals.
The variety of elements, textures and dynamics plays a huge part in making the album what it is, as well as showing what kind of songwriter you have come across - a detailed oriented and passionate one.


The half-time point, "Hideaway", is definitely one of the highlights on Dan's debut.
It's raw, it's huge, it's going to send shivers down your spine.
The smokey and heavy atmosphere soaks you in right from the very first note you hear.
In fact, there is no way to listen to this track without the song fully grabbing your attention and holding onto it for the entire song.
Dan's way of expressing emotions through vocals is on another level, making it obvious that he can make you feel the same emotions he's experienced - whether you are in the same state of mind or not.


To sum it up: "Stay Awake With Me" is the kind of album that makes you double check to see if it actually is a debut album.
Dan seems to have already found his sound, yet he doesn't shy away from trying out new elements and it works in his favour. Each song is carefully crafted and plays exactly the part it is supposed to. So ladies and gentlemen, grab your headphones and join Dan Owen's journey.


You should listen to these tracks: Icarus, Made To Love You, Hideaway, Call My Name





- buy and/or stream "Stay Awake With Me" here -



Dan Owen online: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Spotify | YouTube | Instagram







Thank you for your visit!

Credits // Words: Vanessa Jetwash | Image: Dan Owen via Wilful Publicity

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Album Review: "isaac gracie" by Isaac Gracie

Hey guys!

There are certain albums that you just know are going to be great.

It might be because you've heard demos or a few singles from the act, or you might have even seen them live.

In the case of Isaac Gracie, we've heard his previous singles and have had the pleasure of seeing him support Angus and Julia Stone.
And when the press release for his debut album rolled in, we knew this was going to be a joy to review.

So let's get into it!


Artist: Isaac Gracie
Title: Isaac Gracie
Genre: Alternative
Label: Virgin EMI Records, Buried Crowns Ltd, Universal Music
Release Date: 13th April 2018


Isaac Gracie is a singer/songwriter from London, UK.

When you do your research about this artist, you'll find a lot of praise - written by journalists, radio promoters and media people in general - all talking about how mesmerizing, yet simple his presence is.

And then you listen to his music and end up being completely stunned by the intensity and depth it offers. 

While he's been treated as the music industry's "insider tip" for a while, his debut album is going to change that - at top speed.


So, get on board and let's dive into his self-titled debut.


Tracklist:

1) terrified
2) last words
3) the death of you & i
4) running on empty
5) telescope
6) that was then
7) when you go
8) silhouettes of you
9) all in my mind
10) hollow crown
11) reverie


Opener "terrified" is one of the most delicate tracks you may find out there. You can literally hear the honesty and vulnerability in Isaac's voice.
The way the song is structured tugs on those heartstrings ever so gently, but with such urgency.
It's songs like "terrified" that allow you to find the beauty in the singer/songwriter genre.

A track that's hauntingly beautiful and relatable to some extent would be "last words".
The melody is absolutely stunning and is bound to stay in your head, but in a good way. It's not that catchy track that you want to stop hearing - no, it's actually the opposite.
Isaac Gracie has this incredible talent of writing melodies that just leave you speechless. Paired with the softly arranged percussions, this track invites you to use the replay button.

Tracks such as "the death of you and i" and "running on empty" showcase Isaac's up-tempo side and they do it so well.
You'll quickly find yourself on your feet, hysterically shaking your hips - and hey, don't deny it. It's cool. We all need to let loose.

Personally, I can't help but declare "all in my mind" and "reverie" as my two favourite tracks.
I've had both on my phone for a while and have found myself listening to them whenever I need to calm down or just want to focus on beautiful music. Especially "all in my mind" lets me lose my thoughts in the music, which is such a special feeling.


To sum it up: There a few things you'll find plenty of on this record - addictive melodies, beautiful vocals, clever guitar arrangements and relatable stories. 

It's like this album was made for the dreamers and thinkers; those who like diving into songs to look for details and meanings.

Isaac Gracie proves that even debut albums can sound cohesive, yet offer a decent variety of sounds to give the listeners a great introduction to his material.


You should listen to these tracks: terrified, last words, running on empty, all in my mind, hollow crown





- buy or stream "Isaac Gracie" here -



Isaac Gracie online: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Soundcloud | YouTube | Instagram





Thank you for your visit!

Credits // Words: Vanessa Jetwash | Image: via Isaac Gracie

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Album Review: "Staying At Tamara's" by George Ezra

Hey guys!

Writing reviews is usually a very calm activity.

You sit down, you listen to the music, you write down notes and once you feel confident in your knowledge of the album - you start writing.

But every now and then you'll be given records (or songs) to review that turn this calm activity into a dance workout.
And that's what George Ezra's brand new record did to us.

But don't get me wrong, it's not just one blurry dance party, there are some emotional moments too - and that mixture made it an absolute joy to review.


Curious and want to join the dance marathon?
Let's do it then!


Artist: George Ezra
Title: Staying At Tamara's
Genre: Soul-Pop
Label: Sony Music
Release Date: 23rd March 2018


George Ezra is a singer/songwriter from Bristol, UK.
His sound mixes Blues with Soul-Pop and Acoustic-Folk here and there.

George studied at the Institute of Modern Music in Bristol and has been making music for a while.

In 2012, he played BBC Introducing, after his song "Angry Hill" was picked by BBC Bristol.
In 2013, George played at Glastonbury and released his debut EP "Did You Hear The Rain?" on which you can find his mega hit "Budapest".

Another EP ("Cassy O'", 2014) and a debut album ("Wanted On Voyage", 2014) later, George Ezra had made himself a name and was considered one of the most exciting newcomers.

Last year he give us a preview of the new album with his anthem "Don't Matter Now", which - along with his second single "Paradise", can be found on the brand new record,  "Staying At Tamara's".



Let's get to know the new album!


Tracklist: 

1) Pretty Shining People
2) Don't Matter Now
3) Get Away
4) Shotgun
5) Paradise
6) All My Love
7) Sugarcoat
8) Hold My Girl
9) Saviour (feat. First Aid Kit)
10) Only a Human
11) The Beautiful Dream


Opener "Pretty Shining People" is what I imagine sunshine sounds like.
Now, lyrically, it deals with the darker moments one might have until the chorus kicks in and fills you with hope and understanding.
Musically, the light instrumentation and the chanting backing vocals immediately transport you right into Spring and allow you to find comfort in the relatable lyrics.

My personal favourite would be "Shotgun", an uptempo and uplifting track.
It starts of simple and almost Blues-y, but quickly devolopes into one of those songs that make your head bob along to the beat.
The bassline and guitar riff couldn't be more addictive and practically lift your mood and allow you to dream of the warmer months.
George's vocals guide you through the track and tell you the story in such entertaining and charming manner.

The first half of the album appears to be the upbeat half, whilst the second set of songs pulls you deeper into your thoughts.
"Saviour" which features backing vocals from First Aid Kit, definitely showcases the darker and more serious elements.
With George's and First Aid Kit's vocals colliding, you get a mysterious, powerful and hypnotizing mixture which has so much control of the track and its' atmosphere. Combined with strong drum beats and dark riffs, this one is as intense and brilliant as it could be.


To sum it up: Let's be real - George's voice is an absolute highlight. It's deep and expressive, yet refreshing and charming at the same time. But when writing about George's music, you just have to mention his talent for melodies, harmonies and arragements.
It seems like every track is so well thought out, yet none of them feel forced or unnatural.
Talent and passion on this level should get all the recognition and we've definitely got the record on repeat.


You should listen to these tracks: Pretty Shining People, Shotgun, Hold My Girl, Saviour (feat. First Aid Kit)





- buy or stream "Staying At Tamara's" -



George Ezra online: Website | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | Instagram






Thank you for your visit!

Credits // Words: Vanessa Jetwash | Image: via Belle Music | **a digital copy has kindly been provided**

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Album Review: "Bad Behaviour" by Kat Frankie

Hey guys!

I really owe the PRs, managements, labels and bands who email us on a daily basis.

Thanks to them I have found some of my favourite acts.

Kodaline for example - we were introduced to them by their label.
Or  ROE - who we were told about by her manager.

And then there's Kat Frankie - introduced to us by PR.
And boy are we happy about that!

I've been looking forward to this album for months now and I'm mega excited for you to learn more about this incredibly talented artist.

So let's do it!


Artist: Kat Frankie
Title: Bad Behaviour
Genre: Alternative, Pop
Label: Grönland Records
Release Date: 2nd February 2018


Kat Frankie is a singer/songwriter and guitarist based in Berlin, Germany.

Originally from Sydney, Australia, the musician found inspiration in artists such as Simon & Garfunkel, Bread, Carly Simon and more.
She started making music at the young age of six, but only started pursuing her music career in 2004, when she moved to Berlin and found the music community which makes the city so unique.

Kat regularly plays guitar for German act Olli Schulz, sang a beautiful duet with Clueso and has been a part of multiple music projects over the years.

Releases:
EP: "Outside" (2003)
LP: "Pocketknife" (2007)
LP: "The Dance of a Strange Heart" (2010)
LP: "Please Don't Give Me What I Want" (2012)
LP: "Bad Behaviour" (2018)


So, let's listen to Kat's brand new album, "Bad Behaviour".


Tracklist:
1) Bad Behaviour
2) Swallow You Whole
3) Home
4) Forgiveness
5) Versailles
6) Headed For The Reaper
7) Finite
8) The Sun
9) Back To Life
10) Spill

Opener and title track "Bad Behaviour" welcomes you with a super catchy guitar riff, which follows you throughout the track.
At first, the track might seem minimalistic, but the deeper you'll dive, the more layers and details you'll find.
Kat's vocals lead the track with confidence, maturity and such clarity - and even though the song is such complex piece of music, it's definitely the lead vocals that shape the track into the gripping, grabbing and exciting song.
The backing vocals underline the finess and graceful elements of "Bad Behaviour" and give it that final glow.
Once you've heard this track, you're going to fall in love with Kat's sound.

Another stand out track would be "Home", an atmospheric and powerful track.
Lyrically, it's filled with bold statements, "everyone's afraid of what they don't know / bridle our behaviour with police control / invalidate you through the fear, the fog".
The heavy guitar and bass riffs in the chorus might feel out of place once you listen to the track for the first time, but the more time you spend with it, the more you realise how elementary they are.

"Headed For The Reaper" might be my personal favourite because it's yet another track that just takes up all your attention and makes you groove.
Here's what Kat says about the track: "This one is based on a story I read in the New York Times years ago about an amateur cage-fighter who owed drug money, faked his death and then bungled a robbery. It was like a Coen Brothers' movie. He was so bad at cage-fighting they called him the tomato can. I wanted it to sound funky and a bit obnoxious; every time I hear the trumpet melody in the chorus it makes me laugh."


To sum it up: "Bad Behaviour" is as versatile as it could be. Once you're a few tracks into the album, you will realise that there is no formula or pattern to the tracks. Kat Frankie paints every track in another colour and continues to find different elements to sneak into the tracks, leaving you with a blown mind and a broken replay button.  


You should listen to these tracks: Bad Behaviour, Home, Headed For The Reaper, Finite





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Credits // Words: Vanessa Jertschewske | Image: Kat Frankie via Belle Music | ** a digital copy was kindly provided**

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Album Review: "Eftychia" by Robin and the Modest

Hey guys!

We're already five days into 2018.
Time just does not slow down, bloody hell.

But it's cool, we won't slow down either.

Don't you love the challenges of a new year? I mean, yeah, it can be all in one's head, but if you're one of those people who take a new year (month, week, day?) as an excuse to make a positive change in your life - you go for it!

That said, I have a fair share of things I'd like to change or just do this year, one of them is challenging and broadening my musical horizon.
That means reviewing styles of music I haven't reviewed before and ladies and gents - I'm doing it!
Never before have I ever reviewed an instrumental album - but today I'm challenging myself.


So let's do this and dive into the first review of 2018!


Band: Robin and the Modest
Title: Eftychia
Genre: Instrumental Rock

Label: recordJet
Release Date: 17th November 2017


So let's check out "Eftychia", shall we?


Tracklist:
1) Run
2) Little Bird
3) The Mountain Is Calling
4) From Acapollo With Love
5) Winterlude
6) Eftychia
7) Koralle
8) Crop It Like It's Hot

9) Lücken

Opener "Run" doesn't give you much time to let your thoughts wander.
The strong and steady drum beat takes over your thought process and gently guides your attention towards the depths of the track.
Soft electric guitars support the rhythm section and let you enter the colourful world that "Eftychia" offers you.

"Little Bird" keeps the rather dark and mysterious atmosphere that "Run" already shared with us.
Slowly but surely the percussions and guitar notes let more light into the song and you can practically listen to the track unfolding its beauty. The string section clearly being the highlight, shining beautifully through the dark beats.

"Winterlude" is the little drop of colour you didn't know you needed until you hear it, allowing your ears to dive into yet another piece of Robin and the Modest's world.
It invites you to dream and helps you to forget the troubles of your day, proving that this album is the one companion we need to unwind, to dream and to just lose ourselves in the sounds.

To sum it up: My personal issue with most instrumental tracks is that I feel like something is missing, the vocals. Robin and the Modest somehow convinced me that a wordless record can still tell colourful and expressive stories and draw vivid pictures with clever arrangements.


You should listen to these tracks: Little Bird, Winterlude, Crop It Like It's Hot


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Credits // Words: Vanessa Jertschewske | Image: Robin and the Modest | **a physical copy has kindly been provided**

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Album Review: "To Leave / To Be Left" by Robbie Cavanagh

Hey guys! 

There are many perks when you run a music blog.
And there's no point in denying that.

I remember getting my first pre-release sent over (it was Tom Odell's debut album) - and freaking out about listening to an album that wasn't released yet.

Years later, I'm way more routined when it comes to this - and I'm also slightly more professional. (I think.)

But I still get excited about secrets. Especially when I enjoy the "secret music".

Recently I got a sweet pre-listen of Robbie Cavanagh's album and today I get to share my review with you.

Artist: Robbie Cavanagh
Title: To Leave / To Be Left
Genre: Folk, Americana
Label: At The Helm Records
Release Date: 13th October 2017

Robbie Cavanagh is a singer/songwriter from Manchester, UK.
His music can be genrefied as Americana as most of his songs are guitar and vocal based - yet there's more to him than that.

His album "The State Of Maine" consists of handcrafted, storytelling and relatable songs presented as interesting and lively tracks.

The musician keeps releasing fantastic songs as well as touching music videos and is gigging his way through the UK.
On February 24th Robbie released his new single "Godsend", which he previously performed for Mahogany Sessions, as the first single off of his brand new record "To Leave / To Be Left".

So let's check it out!

Tracklist:
1) Get Out Alive
2) Godsend
3) Love Comes Quickly
4) Still Talkin'
5) Reverence
6) Scars
7) Let You Down
8) Fool
9) Roles Reversed
10) Sleep Now
11) He's Alone

Opener "Get Out Alive" welcomes you with huge, anthem-like elements and lets you know that you're about to indulge a magical record.
Whilst the verses keep it rather simple, Robbie showcases his voice, as well as composing skills in the chorus.
The big choruses and soft verses created such brilliant contrast, yet they still hold hands in unity.

"Love Comes Quickly" sounds familiar, yet unique. 
It feels like a warm hug from a stranger.
Maybe that was a bad metaphor, but the song is such a fascinating track, because of how calming and comforting it sounds. The percussions are a steady element, but don't steal the limelight from Robbie's warm and expressive vocals.

"Scars" wins you over with stunning harmonies, gorgeous instrumentations and vivid lyrics. The guitars in the song underline the intensity with such grace and determination, leaving you gasping for air.

"Fool" seems like a bluesy, souly and bold statement - it has a very natural, yet very intense build-up which immediately grabs your attention and doesn't let go of you. Whether you can relate to the heartfelt lyrics or not, you'll end up feeling emotional due to the intimate deliverance of the vocals. 

To sum it up: "To Leave / To Be Left" is one of those albums that will accompany you throughout the years. It's not just "a phase", it's a friend. You get acquainted with songs within very little time and you'll find a soundtrack for life.
It's timeless, it's stunning and it should be in your record collection.


You should listen to these tracks: Scars, Let You Down, Fool





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Credits // Words: Vanessa Jertschewske | Image: Robbie Cavanagh

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Album Review: "Happy Accidents" by Jamie Lawson

Hey guys!

We get excited about new music all the time.
But can you blame us?

There are exciting tracks coming at us left, right and center and it's the best.
We have to admit, it can be a bit overwhelming to pick out which acts to present,
but let that be our worry.

You just sit back, read, relax and listen to the exciting music we get to share with you.

Today we get to chat about one of our favourite artists and his new release.

Artist: Jamie Lawson
Title: Happy Accidents
Genre: Acoustic
Label: Warner Music, Gingerbread Man Records
Release Date: 29th September 2017

Jamie Lawson is a singer/songwriter, originally from Plymouth, now based in London, UK.

To tell you his entire story, I'd need to write a couple of pages. To avoid that, I'll try to give you the "quick JL guide", but please make sure to check out Jamie's full bio.

The musician from the United Kingdom has been writing and releasing music for years, he's been gigging loads and has built himself a loyal fanbase.

Between our first interview in November 2014 and this one, taped in November 2015,
 Jamie got signed to Ed Sheeran's label (Gingerbread Man Records), supported acts such as One Direction on tour, appeared on countless radio and TV shows, released his selftitled record and has won an Ivor Novello award.

And now he's back with his new album, "Happy Accidents".

Tracklist:
1) A Little Mercy
2) Can't See Straight
3) Tell Me Again
4) Fall Into Me
5) Don't Say You Don't If You Do
6) Miracle Of Love
7) Falling In Love
8) Time On My Hands
9) Sing To The River
10) He's Reading Helena
11) Letter Never Sent
12) The Last Spark
13) Love Finds A Way

Opener "A Little Mercy" creates an intimate atmosphere with simple verses. Mainly focused on subtle backing vocals, a calm guitar and warm lead vocals. The piano joins and immediately highlights Jamie's vocals in a sparkling light. Soft percussions add more depth, but keep the pace. With hopeful lyrics and choir backing vocals in the last part of the song, "A Little Mercy" gracefully transitions into a powerful song opening track. 

The frist single we got to hear ahead of the release, was "Can't See Straight" - which is straight-up "on repeat for hours" material.
It's loving, it's happy and it is so bright in sound colours. 
You'll quickly start singing along to the song. Go on and sing it for your significant other, your pet or your food. We'll do the same.

"Fall Into Me" definitely stands out. It's a lot darker than the previous tracks, music wise. We hear more electric guitars, we have a steady and strong beat vibrating throughout the track and a bass that underlines the intensity of the song. It showcases the honesty and emotions that Jamie Lawson puts into his music with such elegance.

Jamie wraps up the album with "Love Finds A Way", a stunning ballad. Piano, bass and percussions go hand in hand, creating such harmony and peacefulness. It's that kind of song that is going to calm you down on a stressful day. It'll act like a cozy blanket, keeping the bad mood from coming in.

To sum it up: After his fantastic debut, we had no doubt that Jamie Lawson would convince us of his talents yet again with "Happy Accidents".
It's a beautiful and lively journey through emotions, highlighting not just his musical skills, but also his ability to tell stories with grace.

You should listen to these tracks: Can't See Straigh, Fall Into Me, Time On My Hands





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Album Review: "Resurgam" by Fink

Hey guys!

80% of the music I listen to in my free time,
is music that I found through running this website.

It's so amazing that along the way I find so many treasures that I get to share with you,
but also get to listen to whenever I'm not reviewing anything.

I don't want to spoil today's post for you, but I have to say - Fink are now on my playlist.
So, maybe they'll end up on yours too?

Band: Fink
Title: Resurgam
Genre: Alternative
Label: R'Coup'D
Release Date: 15th September 2017

Fink is an Alternative three-piece based in Berlin, Germany.
Known for working R'n'B, Soul, Jazz, Dub, Folk, Post-Rock and more genres into their own sound, the band's strength lies in the details.

With a huge repertoire and an even bigger fan base, it's no surprise that the trio just keeps going and treating us with more and more releases.

Fink are:
Fin Greenall (vocals, guitar)
Tim Thornton (drums, guitar)
Guy Whittaker (bass)


"Resurgam" is Fink's sixth studio album, so let's check it out!


Tracklist:
1) Resurgam
2) Day 22
3) Cracks Appear
4) Word To The Wise
5) Not Everything Was Better In The Past
6) The Determined Cut
7) Godhead
8) This Isn't A Mistake
9) Covering Your Tracks
10) There's Just Something About You

Opener and title track "Resurgam" is a hopeful track.
It's simple, yet deep. The thriving bassline is a huge highlight and frames the song with such elegance and determination.
Soft and mysterious synths, paired with spine chilling high hats make an impressive appearance and give the song more dynamic.
The hypnotizing vocals guide you through the track and offer so much hope, putting the focus on the words "I will rise up, I will rise again".

"Word To The Wise" is a hauntingly beautiful ballad which soaks you in and accompanies you in the calmer hours.
With vocals and piano being the main elements, it's the simplicity, that once again underlines the creative message "Resurgam" seems to have written all over it.

Final track "There's Just Something About You" has this sparkly guitar base, that just wraps you around its' finger and makes sure you stay throughout the track. It's refreshingly upbeat and ends the album on such optimistic tones.

To sum it up: The diversity of genres sprinkled into the mixture of this album, is nothing but impressive and addictive. The deeper you dive, the more layers you find - leaving you with so much respect for the creativity behind this album. 
"Resurgam" teaches us the importance of the bass.

You should listen to these tracks: Resurgam, Word To The Wise, This Isn't A Mistake





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Credits // Words: Vanessa Jertschewske | Image: via  MC PR

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Album Review: "Haggarty" by Covey

Hey guys!

There are so many reasons why we are absolutely thrilled to have a proper team behind house in the sand.

One of the biggest perks is that we get to cover music, one person alone couldn't even start to discover.
We have a bigger variety of tastes, locations and styles - and we're all benefiting from it.

Today our new writer and photographer Carolyn Lederach makes her debut and shares her thoughts on a brilliant new album with us.


Before you dive into the review, please find Carolyn online and support her:
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Band: Covey
Title: Haggarty
Genre: Indie, Folk-Rock
Label: Independent
Release Date: 22nd September 2017

Covey is a Folk-Rock quartet from Boston, USA.

The project was brought to life by frontman Tom Freeman, whose influences range from Nick Drake to Fleet Foxes and Neutral Milk Hotel.
Print and online publications, as well as radio stations are huge fans of Covey's sound.

Covey are:
Tom Freeman
Dillon Rovere
Guillermo Goldschmied
Adam Marks

Covey have opened for acts such as Vagabon, High As A Kite, Hozier and more.
Without any major label support, the band has attracted over 110,000 monthly listeners on Spotify.

And now the band is here with their debut album, "Haggarty". 

So let's check it out!

Tracklist:
1) ////
2) Call Home
3) Same White Shoes
4) Old Man
5) Stockholm Syndrome
6) 1955
7) Funeral Home
8) Eyesore
9) You Don't Need Me
10) In Or Out

Haggarty begins with the lovely "////".
Possibly the most upbeat track on the album, throwing you right into the special songwriting that Tom possesses and echoes throughout the album.

"Call Home" follows with one of the songs that caught our ears when we heard it live a few months back at a Sofar Sounds show.
"I'll call you more, but I'm much too drunk. A touch too often."
Probably words we can all utter at some point in our lives. A perfect example of the flow of the rest of the songs on the album. There's something simplistic about it, capturing an honest feeling, and setting it all to something slow and steady, with the perfect build-up to end it all.

The rest of the album moves into a slightly slower pace, but in the best of ways.
Such with "1955", where we're taken into something a little more personal and raw, coming out thinking a little more about your life.

To sum it up: Stepping back into the backlog of Covey over the past three years or so, you might find a lot of pleasant surprises in the newest release, Haggarty.
Now back and armed with a new band, frontman Tom Lloyd-Freeman is off to set a new path for Covey with their first full album release.

It may have only been a year since we last heard from Covey with a two song release of "Bows" and "Daisy". Both songs in the vein of your classic Covey tracks, the dark and relatable lyrics set to an atmospheric and soothing folky sound.
Now taking a turn to present day, we find Covey with the same relatable lyrics, but taking on a slightly new, lighthearted and lovable sound, dare we say danceable at times?
Tom has a gift for being able to make sad content catchy.


You should listen to these tracks: Same White Shoes, Call Home, 1955, ////

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Credits // Words Intro: Vanessa Jertschewske | Words Review: Carolyn Lederach | Image: via Covey

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Album Review: "Herodias" by The Lunar Year

Hey guys!

Random thought - have you ever wondered what an album would be like, if it were a person?
Maybe this question sounds like I've had too much to drink, but hear me out.

I think albums do have personalities.
Some are brutally honest, some cheer us up with their lightness, others allow us to be (passive) aggressive with their heavier traits and some just make us cry because of how melancholic they are.

So, if your favourite album was a person - would you be friends?

(Maybe this intro is a bit weird, but let's not dwell on that.)

Today we'd like to introduce you to an album, we would definitely befriend!

Band: The Lunar Year
Title: Herodias
Genre: Alternative
Label: Independent
Release Date: 16th June 2017

The Lunar Year are an indie-rock band from Philadelphia, USA.

The band are:
Katie Burke (vocals, piano)
Steve Heine (guitar, vocals)
Zach McCaw (bass)
Kevin Walker (drums)

The origins of the band's sound can be traced back to singer&songwriter Katie's childhood, which was shaped by multiple acts and genres.

With a love for The Beatles, Billy Joel and The Beach Boys, but also a huge interest in the Classical and Romantic era, the band's style is very open minded.

You'll find honest and personal lyrics, as well as relatable stories in The Lunar Year's repertoire.

Their single "Porcelain", aka the most beautiful song you've heard in a while, has reached over 145,000 streams on Spotify so far.

And now, we are so excited for you to read our review of their debut album "Herodias".

Enjoy!

 Tracklist:

1) Parachute Lung

2) Wolves

3) Backyard Deck

4) Hey Mister Gray

5) The Brigade
6) Blue and Orange

7) Heady Love

8) Saturn's Rings

9) Porcelain

10) As Your Own
11) Herodias
12) Sirens

The album greets us with the strong, yet fragile "Parachute Lung".
The dark piano couldn't be more mesmerizing if it tried. As soon as you hear the first chords, you know you're about to witness something great.
The second singer Katie's vocals hit you, you'll feel completely paralyzed - unable to do anything but listen to her and the stories she has to tell.
A dynamic build-up unfolds the song and makes you want to keep it on repeat for days.
D A Y S.

One of the most charming tracks on the album is "Blue and Orange".
It reminds me of a Sunday afternoon, soft sunlight and carefree moments. The vocals lead us through the track, whilst the piano accompanies us the entire time and makes sure we feel comfortable and allow ourselves to dive into the music.

I remember when I first heard lead single "Porcelain" after finding it in our submissions inbox. I couldn't handle the beauty of this track and had to listen to it on repeat. Once we got to celebrate our fifth birthday with Katie's stunning performance of the song (watch here), the tears started to escape my eyes.
It's one of the most beautiful ballads we've discovered in a while; the calm piano paired with Katie's expressive vocals - it just gets us every time. The instrumentation is kept very simple - it's the piano, lead vocals, backing vocals and a light rhythm section. And honestly - that's all that's needed!

To sum it up: There's definitely a noticeable theme on "Herodias" - every track stands out and fills you with so many emotions. This album has easily made it onto our list of favourite debuts - I mean, how could it not?
The Lunar Year are a strong and talented band and we simply cannot wait for what is yet to come.


You should listen to these tracks: Parachute Lung, Heady Love, Blue and Orange, Porcelain





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Credits // Words: Vanessa Jertschewske | Image: The Lunar Year

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Album Review: "Bedroom Crimes" by Oren Lavie

Hey guys!

It's times like right now, in which we all need an escape sometimes.
There's no point in denying that the world is a crazy place and seems to get crazier everyday.

Music and animals are my personal go-to escapes.
And I'm pretty sure that a lot of you can relate to music being a fabulous way to forget, to cope, to remember.
Whenever I discover a song that calms me down, I immediately cherish it for having that super power.

As faith would have it, I have recently received an entire albums of songs that classify as "escape songs" - and I cannot wait to share it with you today.

Artist: Oren Lavie
Title: Bedroom Crimes
Genre: Alternative
Label: Sony Music
Release Date: 26th May 2017

Oren Lavie is a musician from Tel Aviv, Israel.

His music is inspired by literatur and classical composers which leads to very elegant sounds, labeling Oren's music as Alternative.
The musician started writing songs before he even learned how to play the piano, which is now his main musical companion.
You could consider his career a very organic process as one thing led to the other.

At the age of 22, Oren spent a lot of time in London where he studied theater, wrote and directed multiple plays and also write the music for them.
He also lived in New York, Berlin and Los Angeles.

Besides writing plays and music, he also published a children's book and wrote music for the film "Narnia: Prince Caspian".

And now he's here with a brand new album - "Bedroom Crimes". All songs were recorded on his own piano and the record was produced by Oren himself.

Please feel free to check out our review below.

Tracklist: 

ACT ONE - Did you really say no?
1) Did You Really Say No? (ft. Vanessa Paradis)
2) Breathing Fine
3) Second Hand Lovers
4) Look At Her Go
5) Sonata Sentimental #1 - You've Changed

ACT TWO - Well I thought you meant yes!
6) The Passion Song

7) Sonata Sentimental #2 - Bedroom Crimes
8) Something Real (Did You Feel It Too?)
9) Autopsy Report
10) Sonata Sentimental #3 - I Dream Of The Water Woman

11) Note To Self

Bonus Track: 12) Her Morning Elegance

Opener "Did You Really Say No?" features Vanessa Paradis.
The song was written as a duet between and woman and a man. Oren Lavie approached Vanessa Paradis with the idea of singing the song with him. She said yes and also featured in the video, which you can check out below.
It's a very atmospheric song which invites you to dream, to relax. 
The calm piano guides you through the song and stays with you, even when things get a little more intense.
Vanessa Paradis and Oren Lavie duet in a magical and mesmerizing way, giving you enough emotion to lose yourself in this dreamy piece of music.

Another track which stands out, is "Second Hand Lovers".
The elegant strings, the softly humming acoustic guitar and Oren's raspy but calm vocals, all create a beautiful scene. If one thing, this song makes you want to lay down and watch the clouds pass by.

"Note To Self" wins you over with stunningly reflective lyrics - words you should remind yourself of every now and again.
"Never say something you wouldn't like hearing, if you can't be nice- be polite", is one line of this charming song. It's proof Oren Lavie convinces on all fronts - musically, lyrically and artistically.

To sum it up: "Bedroom Crimes" might be the dreamiest, most beautiful record we have heard in 2017 so far. It's a collection of moments that are so magical, intimate and hypnoticing all at once. It's the perfect album for everyone who needs to escape for a while, to just breathe and to be reminded of the beauty we can find in music.

You should listen to these tracks: Did You Really Say No?, Second Hand Lovers, Note To Self

Check out the music video for "Did You Really Say No?" ft. Vanessa Paradis below:




Oren Lavie online: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Soundcloud | YouTube | Instagram




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Credits // Text: Vanessa Jertschewske | Image: via Sony Music Germany | *a physical copy of the album has kindly been provided* 

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