Let’s fall into the depths. Sink into the foam. Loe with no regrets. Love like we’ve never known. Forget the sea of regrets. Love isn’t done yet. Cold tears last A thousand years. Whatever wonder Has disappeared. The sacred truth is crystal clear. Let’s rise into the air. Soar into the sun. Love like we… Continue Reading
Bebe Rexha – Expectations album review
Singer. Songwriter. Producer. Pop meets country meets dance? Bebe Rexha’s debut album exceeds Expectations. I’ve been a fan of hers since listening to “In the Name of Love” – gorgeous melody and lyrics. Vulnerability. Confidence. Creativity. Love. Life. Guitar is prominent on the album. So here’s a track-by-track review: (1.) Ferrari Beautiful, raw opening track. The… Continue Reading
red burn
Red. Burn. Thorns. I could have sworn Love made me warn you. Once upon a red burn. Once upon a red turn. Turning, turning, turning. Burning, burning, burning. Red. Petals. Bloom too soon? Wish upon a midnight moon. Red Burn.
2018 Grammy Awards: Music, love and creative inspiration
Sixty years of music’s biggest night? Creative freedom in all its glory. I’m a pop music addict. I also love musical theatre. So proud to see so many women in music nominated for their work in various categories. Music, songs in particular, can function as vehicles for political and social statements. Lorde, with her album… Continue Reading
A Pentatonix Christmas Deluxe – album review
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Time to deck the halls with A Pentatonix Christmas Deluxe. Known for their covers of classics and Top 40 hits, Pentatonix consists of five singers: Scott Hoying, Mitch Grassi, Kirstin Maldonado, Avi Kaplan and Kevin K.O. Olusola. They’re all accomplished musicians and performers. The five-person… Continue Reading
reputation – Taylor Swift album review
She defies creative expectations by defining creativity on her own terms. She’s in a league all on her own because she creates her own rules. Taylor Swift’s latest album, reputation, showcases how the singer-songwriter continues to go beyond the boundaries by exploring creative opportunity through music. Although she’s known as and well-respected as a songwriter,… Continue Reading
Daya – New – song review
Don’t want new, I want you. Have you listened to Daya’s New song yet? The rising pop singer-songwriter delivers a heart-wrenching anthem with her latest single, New. Ever since listening to her EP, then LP, Sit Still, Look Pretty, I’ve been in love with her sound. Daya’s song themes include female empowerment, love and feel-good… Continue Reading
Something to Tell You – HAIM’s album is pop perfection
Pop music fan? Then I’ve got something to tell you. Haim’s latest album is pop perfection. An American band, Haim consists of three sisters: Danielle Haim, Este Haim and Alana Haim. If you haven’t had the chance to listen to their latest album, Something To Tell You, have a listen. The album is pop, electronic dance… Continue Reading
Fun Wav Bounces Vol. 1. – creative collabs
Sometimes, inspiration from a master of electronic dance music is all you need. Calvin Harris’ Fun Wav Bounces Vol. 1., anyone? If you’re looking for new music or inspiration, Fun Wav Bounces Vol. 1.is all you need for creative flow. Here’s 10 feel-good summer jams to add to your playlist: 1.) Slide feat.… Continue Reading
Oh, my Lorde: Melodrama album review
Oh, my Lorde. Melodrama magic. Poetic power. Her lyrics are like nothing else. Like nobody else. Lorde is in a league all on her own. So let’s explore the glory and beauty of Melodrama. (1.) Green Light Released as a single, Green Light takes electronic dance music (edm) to new heights. Her verse lyrics create… Continue Reading