Husam Says ‘Good Riddance’ in Anti-Valentine’s Day Single
Recent Articles On February 12, D.C.-based Syrian-American artist, Husam, released his latest single, “Good Riddance.” The anti-Valentine’s Day track is anthemic, moody, and powerful. Drawing from the alternative artist’s personal experience of being dumped unexpectedly by a former flame, the song carries an important message for anyone who has been jilted, ghosted, or otherwise sidelined: […]
Jordyn Tareaz Finds Closure with New Single, ‘Can’t Talk’
Recent Articles Maryland-based pop singer-songwriter Jordyn Tareaz released her highly anticipated second single, “Can’t Talk,” on September 23. Written in the aftermath of a breakup, the upbeat anthem empowers audiences to create boundaries around anything that does not serve them. Featuring Tareaz’s signature powerhouse vocals against a piano-driven composition, the track showcases the 21-year-old rising […]
Goalkeeper Release ‘Sooner’ from Forthcoming Debut Album
More to Watch On August 26, Philadelphia-based pop-punk trio, Goalkeeper, released “Sooner,” the lead single from their forthcoming debut album. The driving, melodic composition explores universal themes of love lost, regret, and change in a familiar and yet compelling way. “Sooner” follows the narrative of a young couple who meet over the summer and fall […]
Elvis Drew Wants to ‘Focus’ on You, Baby, with Electric New Single
More to Watch By Cynthia Gross On June 17, Lagos, Algarve-based alternative electronic artist Elvis Drew released his latest single, “Focus,” a moody, immersive track that explores love, obsession, and the entangled spaces in between. “’Focus’ was inspired by a kind of relationship that lacks attention and focus from one individual to another,” said Elvis […]
Joe Downer: From Metal to Americana
Award-winning Americana artist and songwriter Joe Downer was born in the United Kingdom, but calls the DMV home. He moved to the States when he was young and settled in the DMV area, where he’s lived ever since. At 15, he got his first guitar and has not looked back since. Downer loves the area, and attributes a big piece of how his sound and self has developed to the DMV area and community, which he describes as “vibrant and supportive.” Learn more about Joe Downer’s inspiring story with contributing writer Jaci Jedrych, including his journey from rock and heavy metal to indie folk, how music helped him overcome dark seasons in his life, and why he believes music is the great healer.
Liquigetic ‘Goes Crazy’ with Shayla Manee
Recent Articles By Margaret Adams Virginia-based songwriter and producer Liquigetic recently released his collaboration with Shayla Manee, “I Go Crazy.” While the electronic artist is inspired by multiple genres, Liquigetic makes music that can be described as dark ambient-electronic. Liquigetic’s sound hits a musical sweet-spot in the spectrum of sound that involves blending electronic moments […]
Amanda Alexander Collaborates with VAAAL on New Single, ‘I don’t talk about you’
Recent Articles By Margaret Adams Stockholm-native Amanda Alexander and VAAAL have released their first collaboration with their single “I don’t talk about you.” The single is Alexander’s eighth single since her debut in 2014 with “The Chain.” Alexander and her fellow collaborator, VAAAL, met in LA years ago and have been building the song to […]
Linc Bradham Wishes He Could Turn Back Time with Debut Single, ‘Save You’
Recent Articles By Cynthia Gross On March 11, Savannah, Georgia-born and DMV-based artist Linc Bradham released his debut single, “Save You.” The warm, melodic, and emotive piano-driven track explores, with care, the unexpected loss of a loved one and the memories that stay with us for a lifetime. Bradham notes the song “was inspired after […]
The Forbearant: Patience and Self-Control, Restraint and Tolerance
Recent Articles By Carlos Ramirez Every person’s life comes with difficulties. If an artist is to become great, they must accept difficult times along with the great, to create. Lead singer Ben Distefano was making his way to a professional career as an athlete. When several injuries caused things to go awry, a pilgrimage was […]
Kyle Hume Admits You’re ‘Better Off Without Me’
More to Watch By Cynthia Gross On February 25, Louisville, Kentucky-based commercial artist Kyle Hume released his latest single, “Better Off Without Me.” The heartbreaking, introspective piano ballad chronicles the unraveling of a relationship when someone realizes they cannot be what their significant other needs. “Tears stream down your face as you tell me it’s […]
