Have you listened to Fifth Harmony’s new album? It’s so worth it. I promise. The Miami-based girl band consists of Ally Brooke, Normani Kordei, Dinah Jane and Lauren Jauregui. With Camilla Cabello, former band member, who departed December, 2016, to pursue a music career as a solo artist, Fifth Harmony’s hits include Sledgehammer,… Continue Reading
Despacito: Song review
When you listen to a mid-tempo feel-good jam that’s fun and easy on the ears? Despacito, anyone? Performed by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee, featuring Justin Bieber, Despacito, which means slowly in Spanish, opens with English lyrics and continues in Spanish. Breezy solo acoustic guitar opens the song. Light instrumentation. Duet between the singers and… 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
Uh Huh – catchy, casual, conversational
When you listen to a catchy and refreshing hit song and it makes you fall in love with music all over again? Uh huh. Yes, please! Thank you, Julia Michaels. Wonder woman writer. Songwriter. Singer. Musician. Love her newest track Uh Huh. Been obsessed with her work since Issues.… Continue Reading
After Laughter – Paramore album review
What happens After Laughter? Paramore’s fifth studio album? Like the rest of their music. Art. Poetry. Raw. Feels. I loved their music as a teenager and I love them now. Established in 2004, Paramore’s influences include punk pop and alternative and rock. The group consists of Hayley Williams, known for her distinctive voice, drummer Zac… Continue Reading
Malibu – an upbeat west coast jam
Caught Miley Cyrus’ latest single? Malibu is an upbeat west coast jam. The song opens with solo guitar. The simplicity of this melodic line gives off a west coast vibe. The verse lyrics open the song using anaphora ( a poetic device that uses repetition of an initial phrase – in this case, “I never”):… Continue Reading