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EP Review:The NaveBlues- Self- Titled Release

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The Nave Blues hail from Bergen, Norway and are fronted by the multi-talented vocalist/harmonica player Nave Pudnik . a man that aims " intention of becoming the blues you will come to know; Something different, yet familia r " a brand of modern blues combined with Alternative rock. Pudnik promises to make music an “oasis for the masses”.  The brand of Blues he aims to create does not disappoint on this half-hour, 7 track debut with a solid display of soulful crooning, tasty guitar licks, and sonic harmonica play. This EP is a delightful insight into the crossover of classic ebbing towards modern blues.  The opener Sexy Kiss is accompanied by an audiovisual to legendary harmonica player Little Walter , an inspiration to the lead vocalist, and who was inducted into the rock and roll hall of fame in 2008. A blazing roar of that favoured instrument signals the intent with the juxtaposition of sultry vocals that interact between Pudnik and his female counterpart that oozes the ...

EP Review: Under The Radar- So Alive.

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Under The Radar (UTR) is a young up-and-coming rock band from Memphis, Tennessee that is slowly making waves in their native homeland. Zeke (Vocals and Lead Guitar) Aged 14, Matt (Bass) Aged 14, and Ryan (Drums) Aged 15 are a trio of precocious teenagers with the aim to start “A new rock revolution". They first formed in 2014 and have opened up for such prestigious acts as Kansas, Brett Michaels , 38 Special, and Saliva. The boys recently released their 8-track Debut LP So  Alive  via Independent Records with its melodic hooks, catchy lyrics, and meaty riffs. This promises not to disappoint any rock fans. The opener 'Boom' erupts with an explosive riff that resonates around the stereo. This track comes with an effective chorus and slick solo that belies the band’s age.   The album takes a more melodic direction with more pop- hook-laden choruses and fuzzy guitars, before the title track  ' Under The Radar' ignites the record with its mesmerizing riffs and...