Formed in 2021, the quintet known as The Mustard is ready to unleash its storming, energetic brand of alternative indie rock on the world. With Charles Allan on vocals, Ollie Foord on guitar, Lukas Kelly on keyboards, Mike Jackson on bass, and Carl Sampson on drums, the quintet draws inspiration from a variety of 80s influences, such as Simple Minds, as well as more modern ones, like Coldplay, to craft its signature catchy yet energetic sound.

The Mustard wants the world to check out their 2023 single "When the World is Your Home". Produced by longtime musician Steve "Smiley" Barnard for Simple Minds, the track plunges into timely themes of mental health, unity, and global consciousness through its poignant lyrics and sweeping arrangements. As one of their band members puts it, the song is about making "the massive inviting sound of imagination," taking them into a brighter future through music, which brings people together.

Above the rich web of rhythmic patterns laid down by drummer Carl Sampson, the vocals of frontman Charles Allan soar with a message of excitement. The atmospheric keyboards of Lukas Kelly delicately complement the yearning phrases as the harmonic atmosphere feels wide and intimate.

The great riffs by guitarist Ollie Foord drive forward the melodies with a purposeful energy that matches fluid tones anchoring the composition courtesy of bassist Mike Jackson. The chorus swells up to overwhelmingly uplifting heights before breaking into a climactic guitar break, proving well that The Mustard can navigate their way around instantly memorable melodies.

But alone in their second year, The Mustard has gained a reputation as one of the most courageous contenders on the music circuit, having graced festival line-ups like Fifest. Their dynamic live stage presence is deeply rooted in a genuine love of moving audiences with emotive lyrics and infectious instrumentation. Influenced as much by bands of yore as inventive acts of today, The Mustard have managed to create their very own genre-bending niche.

This release paints an inviting instrumental landscape wherein the borders of imagination are unknown, an urgent and healing vision.

Those who love alternative rock with substantial heft and resonance will do well to keep their eyes on this up-and-coming band as it continues to take meaningful music to new ears around the globe.

With that in mind, The Mustard is ready to capture today's listeners with its signature blend of nostalgia, artistry, and positivity during these strange times.

Stream "When the World is Your Home" on all major platforms. Keep tabs on upcoming music videos, and other new material by following The Mustard on social media; don't lose the opportunity to find The Mustard right now.

Genre-bending experimentation is nothing new to composer/producer/pianist Marc Soucy, whose career spans two decades. But with his latest extended composition, "The Paradigm's Shift," the creative boundary has been pushed a little further than ever.

This 7-minute song is a sound odyssey, fusing classical, electronic music, polyphonic scoring, and rock in a very distinctive way. Soucy builds a wide-open soundscape of oscillating pads and textures that swell and contract in the stereophonic field. The dense sonic world he created borrows from ambient and new-age genres but keeps its edge firmly avant-garde. 

The crystalline beats complement the glinting pads and evoke the feeling of wonder amidst these abstract textures. There are moments when Soucy uses a volume automaton to make it sound like the noises are emanating from afar.

From this, you get a glimpse of Soucy's multi-faceted influences converging: gentle orchestral notes emerge, imparting subtle neoclassical elements. The layered strings provide a harmonic foundation and color, maintaining the ethereal atmosphere of the work. Their phrasing suggests influence from film score traditions, even remaining unconventional in its execution.

This eclectic combination of electronic, orchestral, and New Age elements renders a scintillating, however surprisingly colorful, aural landscape. It's to Soucy's remarkable composing abilities that such varied components blend organically. 

The guitar is beautifully handled, as the strings insulate the introduction of distorted tonality. The crisp timbre of the guitar injects the piece with a sense of intensity, which it builds over the escalating interplay between strings and electric instrumentation.

The chiming lines become much more layered and propulsive. Treble-heavy plucks join the arrangement, adding an apparent pleasant rhythmic space. By now, Soucy has somehow merged his work into a multi-dimensional instrumental epic. In this case, the density and dynamic nature of this arrangement may indirectly refer back to film composers such as Hans Zimmer and Trent Reznor/Atticus Ross.

With "The Paradigm's Shift," Marc Soucy has cemented himself as a genre-defining auteur. Soucy shows virtuosity within the realms of composition, sound design, arrangement, and production. But what I found truly magnum opus-esque is that Soucy forges a unique artistic vision through the synthesis of various influences. It's one of those tracks that needs deep analysis and repeated listening to explore the newly discovered layers.

Where does one even begin in trying to articulate quite how much I love Marc Soucy's new track "The Paradigm's Shift"? From the very first ambient textures that wafted in, this song had me entranced. I found myself getting fully lost and immersed in Soucy's lush, expansive soundscapes.

I got completely washed away by these otherworldly vocals and soft, polyphonic embellishments that break through during the early movements of the track. It sets this sense of the grand and awesome, yet it leaves you small while being cosmic all at once.  Do yourself a favor and treat your ears to 7 minutes of pure euphoria by streaming "The Paradigm's Shift" now. 

Sonomancer is a brilliant Melbourne-based electronic musician working at the intersection of ambient, downtempo, and psychedelic music. And now he has revealed a brand-new reinterpretation of his 2022 single, "Dreamscapes." First, the evocative cut combined elements of ambient, trip-hop, and psy-trance.  First, the evocative cut combined elements of ambient, trip-hop, and psychedelic downtempo in crafting this otherworldly soundscape. For this 2024 version, Sonomancer pushes the concept even further, pitting the mesmeric composition against cutting-edge visuals generated by AI.

This new version amplifies many elements of the song's production. Those subtle drones and textures of the mix are more forward now, while maintaining a rhythm structure defined by floaty percussive elements and mid-tempo beats. Synthetic sounds are still threaded through, but they now sit more to the forefront in the stereo field rather than the background ambiance of the original.

The music video acts as an integral accompaniment to enhance a listening experience to "Dreamscapes." It starts with peering out the window at swirling clouds that move past to set the scene for lush dreamscapes to unfold.

As the otherworldly production has just started to lift them upward into the fluffy formations, so do the viewers. Strange planet glimpses start to appear, hinting at surreal images yet to come. Upon arrival on the alien surface, it opens up, showing a futuristic landscape: sleek, crystalline structures rise elegantly; their icy exteriors gleam in the light.

Wandering through this alien landscape, strange beasts wander across one's path. A gigantic cat, much larger than any earthly feline, pads alongside an even larger dog. Further in, a hallway of mirrors is presented, but their reflections are different in some interesting ways from what exists. Instead of reflections of one's self, various other planets fill their shiny panes, making it a trippy notion, to say the least.

The wanderings continue to show striking robots in order, pacing in formation. Their mechanizations flow in perfect synchronicity with the entrancing beat. As the journey nears its climax, visuals grow more uncharted and peculiar, and yet remain visually impactful.

Through it all, the generative views continue to correspond with major changes in the mix, swelling pads, or glimmering percussion hits. This marriage of sight and sound is holistic in ways neither might be alone. It's an audiovisual odyssey of the deepest, most thoughtful order; diving into this AI-crafted music video comes before full immersion in the encompassing ambiance of the reworked single.

Sonomancer brings "Dreamscapes" into existence with intricately generated visuals, showing the huge creative potential of AI-driven multimedia in animated and immersive world-building employing vibrant generative modeling. Every little detail, from the flow of organic textures in the movement to the placement of robotic and phantasmal creatures, merges in tone and progression to make the track. In the project, the AI visuals are a representation of how technology can take immersive art to new dimensions.

This MV has to be one of the most interesting demonstrations I have ever seen of AI art; it is a big artistic achievement that deserves appreciation from one and all. One can witness the music video on YouTube, and the song is available on Spotify today.

For London-based singer-songwriter Jehnniel, music has long been an inextricable part of her identity. Quite literally growing up full of sound-with genres free-flowing within the compound where her extended family was growing up, Jehnniel cultivated a love for music from early on. Life eventually got her on unexpected paths, but when she became a mother, working overseas, her soul needed creative expression.

"Blue Skies," the latest single from Jehnniel, gives insight into the journey that has brought her full circle back to her first love. Solely written and produced by Jehnniel, with additional efforts in production coming from Roberto Panovski, "Blue Skies" features Jehnniel's dynamic yet soothing vocals against a dreamy melodic backdrop. 

Jehnniel claims nature and emotion as two of her biggest inspirations. She intends her music to be an honest reflection of what she sees as an essential bond between the natural world and all things that involve human experiences. 

"Blue Skies" whisks listeners away, placing them in that place where those forces entwine in perfect harmony. Intricate melodies by Jehnniel dance around poignantly heartfelt vocals, colorful and subtly flourishing, taking the listener on a virtual trip across the album so succinctly. 

This set places Jehnniel's hypnotic vocals squarely in the foreground. Heartfelt singing here bears heavy emotion, skipping weightlessly over the top of the arrangements with glassy clarity, while the musical embellishments dance around Jehnniel's tender delivery, further dramatizing their expressive phrasing. It's a virtuosic performance that maximizes Jehnniel's wide vocal range. Every word seems to be well-thought-through and pronounced for maximum emotional insight. She does this through the power of vocal hypnosis alone, painting vivid sonic landscapes and deeply resonant stories with her voice. It's a real tour de force in how one's voice can be an artistic medium unto itself. 

Her music is born from embracing life's mysterious currents, not resisting the flow. It's a philosophy that has placed Jehnniel in a place of true artistic clarity and command of her stirring sound. With "Blue Skies," this vivacious dreamer invites all to float amid her tranquil yet rousing sonic seas.

Straight away, I loved Jehnniel's single "Blue Skies," her vocals are dignified yet can pack this emotional punch that just draws you in. Lying beneath the lyrics, there's this sense of hope that reached out and touched a chord within me. Jehnniel's talent becomes clear when it comes to how well she can evoke feelings and images with a melody. It's the kind of song I keep playing over and over because I always find something new to notice. For that reason, I recommend listening to "Blue Skies" yourself and absorbing the striking sound of Jehnniel. There is much to appreciate here for those who love introspective pop that reaches new levels of proximity in storytelling.

Edditter is a Savona-based musician from a coastal city in Italy, and he has projected landscapes into sound for as long as he can remember. Throughout years of study and creation, from ambient pioneers like Brian Eno to global acts representing Tangerine Dream, and Ryuichi Sakamoto, the sound artist has absorbed an enormous range of electronic influences. Always, nature served as his prime wellspring of inspiration. Rolling hills, whispering pines, and crashing surf provided the lifeblood for sonic tapestries that evoked places as much as personal feelings.

Now, with infinite sources streaming into his productions, Edditter offers a distillation of the essence of his journey with "Rainy Evening." Across a shining 8 minutes, plush textures envelop the listener like the trailing mists of a coastal rainstorm. Arpeggiated sequences evoke grassy headlands gusting in offshore zephyrs, while distant percussion marks the steady drumbeat of rainfall on leaves.

In its 8 resplendent minutes, "Rainy Evening" whisks the listener away to a world somewhere between a lucid dream and picturesque reality. Shimmering spiral patterns dance like coastal grass buffeted by offshore breezes. There's a pulse of percussion from afar, steady as rainfall. Honey-and-gold melodies flicker and flow organically, conjuring emotions that hit close to the bones.

The occasional wiggled interlude brings added interest to the work's overall soft float. Glistening chords fall like a waterfall just out of earshot, augmented by splashes of what sound like real field recordings.

Influenced by antique synth-pop and new-age electronica, "Rainy Evening" makes you feel nostalgic, it has this charming, evolving feel that is blissful. You get invited to be fully immersed in rippling melodies that nourish the soul, akin to taking a walk through misty woods.

In itself, "Rainy Evening" is an escape, as arpeggiated pulses cascade down on the ears along with the shimmery textures. The feeling of calmness and introspection then takes hold palpably. Any leftover thoughts or anxieties were well swept away by the soothing flow of the track. The melodies glide so serenely that it would be impossible to resist the total relaxation of the mind and body. It's as if Edditter surgically took various elements of the distant patters, rumbling swells, and refreshing scents-and reconstituted them into a work that nourishes the soul.

With his masterly use of tone and atmosphere, Edditter has created here the electronic equivalent of taking a walk in the woods shrouded in mist under moonlight after dark. A work as enchanting and delicately poised as this can't be given less than full concentration if one is to appreciate every new subtle delight.

In truth, the artistry and mastery of ambient textures by Edditter are to be heard for one's self. Thankfully, "Rainy Evening" is now online to stream via his pages and on Spotify.

British military spouse artist, LUISA, returns with her follow-up single "Awaken,"  building upon the base she laid down with her internet-famous debut track last year. Influenced by many of the big electronic music icons, "Awaken" sees LUISA dial things up a notch with her orchestral/progressive house-trance beats.

The track introduces itself by starting with a twinkling introduction to keys, beats, and synths interweaving melodic motives. This prelude plays instruments that rise in sequence and build in dynamic energy, creating anticipation. Once the kick drum fully enters, it is a climactic transition that brings this piece to the main song structure.

The driving percussion pattern is based on a standard progressive house loop of a kick, clap, and hi-hat hit on quite predictable rhythmic placements. Gorgeous additions of extra percussion hits or synth fills add interest without monotony. Transients are crisply mixed throughout, keeping the energy alive.

Elaborate melodic layers weave around that solid rhythmic ground. Prominent motifs played by virtual string ensembles converse melodically with synth pads and staccato hits. It is this basis of rhythmic certainty that serves as the necessary contrast, allowing the euphoric build-ups to burst forth. The string arrangements and melodic motifs could, without a doubt, belong on the soundtrack of some film or game. Yet they interact synergistically with the electronic ones, never clashing or competing for the listener's engagement. 

The synth basses continue at the low end, and the risers build anticipation. Meanwhile, the background pads swell to create a thrilling atmosphere. Texturally dense, the sound design shows the precision of LUISA across the full frequency spectrum.

On "Awaken,"  LUISA focuses on her skills and vision to take this orchestral EDM fusion to the next level of sophistication. It'll be interesting to see where her constantly growing skill set and point of view take her music next. This blend of orchestral and EDM styles certainly struck a resonance within me, having grown up loving both styles of music in equal measure. I was hooked by the imaginatively crafted soundscape of "Awaken." She shows not only masterly technical skills across composition, production, and sound design but also demonstrates what it means to be a true artist person who can tell a story and elicit emotions with their work.

As an avid consumer of electronic music in all its forms, I will make sure to stream "Awaken" with regularity and share it as much as possible to do my part to give support to such a rising talent like LUISA. This single deserves to be heard by the masses. It is highly recommended, and I urge you all to steam it. 

Zhenyok Chem Brat is a musically inclined, California-based duo that has gained momentum over the last five years with their exclusive genre-bending pop. The band is led by the fabulous producer/DJ Zhenyok and drummer Chango; they pull from a vast array of influences in forging their signature sonic palette. On September 20th, they released their new single "Of Your Touch," once again proving that they can create infectiously groovy tracks.

‘Of Your Touch’ sonically reveals the same rich palette that the duo has become known for. From a pulse-pounding intro with shimmering beats, synth tones, and muffled percussion, the track builds momentum with the gradual addition of interweaving guitar, bass, and keyboard lines. As it unfolds, further layers enrich the musical texture. Subtle vocal harmonies come forward with a gentle guitar solfege, building on the dazzling polyrhythmic abilities before a final, climactic chorus. Throughout, the production by Zhenyok is a very careful balance, while individual sounds blend into one pleasing and satisfying whole. At just under three minutes, "Of Your Touch" feels both expansive in its sonic palette and concise in its storytelling.

Subtle shifting textures and live instrumentation blend weightlessly with electronic pulses, revealing Zhenyok's background as a DJ. Meanwhile, Chango brings dynamic playfulness to the drums, grounding everything. Early word has it that "Of Your Touch" has all the makings of another breakout success for the duo. With its inherently euphoric nature, the single seems primed to resonate across streaming platforms and dance floors alike. Be it blaring through a club's speakers or passively at home, this music uplifts and captivates the listener. 

The duo has further developed their ability to fashion casually groovy and charming pop songs, with layered instrumentation and smoothly shifting styles abounding. Masterful, yet at the same time, it's an accessible track with complex arrangements. Feel-good lyrics and harmonious vocals pull you in and keep you there.

I can appreciate the lush instrumentation, driving rhythms, and the song's overall dynamic ebbs and flows with every play. It's just that kind of single you can have on repeat. It certainly stays in heavy rotation on my playlists, begging for a sing-along. The replay value is as high as ever. I do not doubt that "Of Your Touch" is going to be the anthem of your dreams. Do yourself a favor and stream this genius new one by Zhenyok Chem Brat; it will surely meet the needs of both your ears and heart. I am just not able to wait for the other things this creative duo may have.

For the past decade, Swedish pianist and composer Carl Liungman has persistently popped up as one of the frontrunners in today's instrumental music scene. Raised in Malmö, he was exposed to a myriad of musical landscapes as a child, from The Beatles and Mozart through to jazz giants like Esbjörn Svensson.

Carl Liungman has developed a style that integrates classical techniques with new-age atmospheres. He writes highly vibrant pieces that juxtapose the personal and intimate with the social and broad. Other inspirations include Arvo Pärt for spiritual minimalism, Nils Frahm for rhythmic textures, and Hans Zimmer for cinematic melodies.

His studies have run the gamut from classical music to jazz piano. Carl Liungman takes this eclectic musical background and creates art that steps outside any specific genre. With his solo piano albums and live performances, Liungman shares deeply reflective meditations on the human experience, now streaming on Spotify with over 4.3k monthly streams.

"Change" is Liungman's sixth solo album, recorded live at the Malmo Art Museum, and captures his expressive passion for art. The nine original compositions, produced by Carl Granberg, poetically narrate transitions from loss to new beginnings using subtle harmonic progressions and lyrical textures.

"Mother" is introduced through an enveloping ambiance, its soothing and nurturing theme unfolding with casual, rippling ascents. The succeeding "After" heaves and sighs with remarkable brevity, weighted heavily with theme. Conceptually linked, the reflective "Final Days" reveals an imminent change through mercurial sentiments. The casual "Hope" then insinuates promise through its friendly phrasing, which is paralleled in the positive arc of the following track, "Wind in June."

"Father" evokes the presence of the paternal through soft, measured, and wise melodic statements. Aptly titled, "Survivor" further develops this message of endurance through battling adversity. "Peaceful" is soothing and serene, its boundless calming effect spreading like an expansive ocean. Concluding on an uplifting note, the title track "Change" features a peppy piano to herald in new beginnings.

With subtle harmonic variations and unrestrained soliloquies, Carl Liungman distills the most intricate concepts into accessible instrumental forms. With thousands of listeners, Carl Liungman has emerged as one of the leading voices in modern piano composition. I found "Change" to be Carl Liungman's most profoundly moving work yet. Long enamored with his mix of minimalism and expressionism, this album felt more like his fully fleshed-out artistic statement than anything thus far. I will no doubt continue streaming favorites from "Change," such as "Mother" and the title track, finding new appreciation with every hearing. If the transition is a place the reader is, then this album is a magnificent catharsis, and I highly recommend streaming Carl Liungman's "Change" today.

Born and raised in rural upstate New York, Christopher Morin first cut his teeth as a musician within the vibrant but underground music scenes anchoring cities such as Albany. His relocation to live more proximate to nature within the high-desert climate saw Morin pick up endless inspiration from the surrounding vistas.

When not recording or touring as The Sound of Mountains, Morin continues to be an active composer of film and television scores. He has a bachelor's degree in psychology that informs his composition methods based on emotional and thematic storytelling through non-verbal musical languages. To Morin, melody and atmosphere are more than sonic experiences; they are times for introspection and healing that transcend cultures and languages. It is this holistic view of the purpose of music that drives his continued artistic development.

In 2016, he made the huge leap to Southern California, which planted the seeds for what would become his album, The Sound of Mountains. Building upon the incredible level of critical acclaim when released, September 19, 2024, saw Christopher Morin's "The Sound of Mountains" materialize from silence: a tour de force demonstration of his talents as a composer, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist. Having recorded himself in home and professional studios, Morin takes care of the lion's share of instrumentation, including guitar, bass, drums, and keyboards.

Musicianship and production values are remarkably clear from the get-go on this album. The opening track "Stretch Out Your Hand" greets the listener with whispered guitar accompaniment and sets the tone for a relaxed, calming atmosphere. Strings and keyboards are layered to swell the arrangement to magnificent heights before hushing back down in a masterful dynamic arc. Individual tracks vary wildly in mood and style while retaining a firm stylistic coherence. Upbeat, guitar-driven pieces like "Wake Up, You Living Gateways!" drive with explosive alt-rock energy. Meanwhile, "Sun in the Water" cultivates an ambient beauty, evoking great open spaces with its luminescent electronics and atmospherics.

The album is like a sonic novel, weaving together disparate threads into a cohesive tale. Though purely instrumental, the moods and textures tell stories that invite introspection on the part of any listener.

Technically, Morin's skills are impressive in both composition and a plethora of instruments. Intricate, exquisitely structured pieces unfold with precision, yet organically. Production values stay immaculate whether unveiling an explosive drum-and-guitar suite or a delicate solo acoustic piece. Of particular note, violinist Jahna Stanton and violist Maile Hutchinson bring stirring string arrangements to some tracks, perfectly integrated into the fabric.

When the album is listened to repeatedly, it becomes obvious that even more layers and subtleties exist in the rich soundscapes. This progressive unraveling will make every listening experience interestingly different, due to some discoveries each time. "The Sound of Mountains" is that rare album where emotional resonance finds its voice along with respect for the artistry behind it.

"The Sound of Mountains" truly left a deep impact on me since the very first listening. I just love instrumental music; it felt like Morin's compositions spoke to my soul. One can feel the natural inspiration in every rise and change of melody, in every tempo shift and texture. So, to say that "The Sound of Mountains" will be in my regular streaming rotation for many years to come is an understatement-and it should be in yours, too. Make sure to add it to your favorite streaming platform.

Giantheo is a music duo composed of Giancarlo Prandelli and Matteo Sainaghi, known as Theo, hailing from Brescia, Italy. For over two decades, they have created relevant pop/rock music. Having over 3,360 subscribers on YouTube and 14k Spotify monthly listeners, Giantheo has proven that its devoted following continues to grow internationally.

Giancarlo Prandelli was born into a family that produced musicians for generations. He is also a producer, recording engineer, and mixer. Giancarlo has contributed to albums by stars such as Laura Pausini and Mina. Giantheo is known for his warm, emotive vocals. Matteo "Theo" Sainaghi has been composing and performing hip-hop-based lyrics since the late 1980s. He is also a personal trainer and author of books relating to the practice of physical fitness. Theo brings powerful, insightful rapping, complementing Giancarlo's melodies. Their newest release, "Hey Tu," shows Giantheo's ability to intensely depict intimate emotions between two people.

The atmospheric quality of "Hey Tu" lures the listener right from the graceful piano introduction as the vocals emerge very softly, rich with emotion but yet still with a held-back classical poise. Subtle phrasing gives the lyrics the room to shine in layers. Piano swells and gives way, making the tune pensive and introspective as Giancarlo sings about passion, exposure, and the heart's deeply strong longing.

As the first verse bleeds into the pre-chorus, there's a build of anticipation. The voice rises with sentimental energy; the vibrato further boosts the burgeoning empathy of the song. When the chorus strikes, the melody is perfectly bare-bones to complement the direct appeal of the lyrics: "Hey Tu." Theo's vocals come in, adding extra richness to the style of the song.

It's a track that develops as elements melt and reform. The song's essence of compassion shines through with ever-increasing clarity.

The interaction between Giancarlo and Theo is breathtaking throughout. Their voices intertwine as effortlessly as their artistic conceptions, forming an intense synergy. Every subtle shading and ornamentation seems completely necessary to the arc and crescendo of the song. Their lifetime collaboration translates into an innate comprehension that raises "Hey Tu" beyond the field of simple romance into a philosophical rumination on closeness.

"Hey, Tu" hit me like a thunderbolt, the very first time I listened to it. The strong vocals and the sweeping orchestral arrangement of the song filled me with a swell of emotions. The candid vulnerability and hope conveyed both in the lyrics and in the performance truly moved me. I found myself replaying this track, discovering new layers with each listen, emotionally relating to the universal message.

I don't have enough words to say about this release and can only hope that many more music enthusiasts were able to take in the stirring emotions it provoked. If you're looking for a single that will connect with your style, I highly recommend streaming "Hey Tu" today.