Rock & Roll is often used as a broad term, but its sonic landscape is far from predictable. Since its inception, when early rockers blended elements of country and blues, rock has been characterized by its energy, rebelliousness, and infectious hooks. However, as the genre matured, it gradually shed these defining traits and started equally valuing craftsmanship and pushing musical boundaries. Consequently, everything from Chuck Berry’s pounding three-chord rock anthems to the Beatles’ melodious harmonies and Sonic Youth’s dissonant, atonal white noise has been labeled as “rock.” This expansive categorization accurately reflects the fact that rock & roll had a distinct sound and image for a relatively short period. Throughout its lifespan, rock has continuously fragmented, giving rise to new styles and variations every few years – from Brill Building Pop and heavy metal to dance-pop and grunge. This evolution is only natural for a genre that originated through the fusion of diverse musical styles.
Follow Danielle Bloom via: Danielle Bloom, a preacher’s daughter, defies conventions to emerge as a powerhouse in rock music. Despite her choir background and performances at church events, she embraced a rock persona, trading choir robes for corsets and cut-offs as she delved into Nashville’s vibrant rock scene. Her stage credits include opening for renowned…
follow TURTLE ISLAND via: Emerging from Ohio, Turtle Island, a fresh rock trio heavily influenced by the classic sounds of the ’60s and ’70s, unveils their debut single, “Windigo.” Clocking in at a promising 3 minutes and 54 seconds, this track ventures into classic rock and anthemic territories, promising an irresistibly catchy addition to your…
follow Gary Dranow and The Manic Emotions via: Gary Dranow and The Manic Emotions unveil their latest musical endeavor with “Digitize,” following their recent release of ‘Destiny Road (Re-mix).’ Serving as the inaugural single from their upcoming album “Asteroin,” scheduled for a June 2024 launch, this track encapsulates their profound dedication to the art…
follow Sir-Vere via: Sir-Vere, a UK-based four-piece Rock band hailing from MK, merges Post Punk sensibilities with Electronic Dance vigor. Their latest release, “Destroya,” stands out as a pinnacle from the ‘Lovescope’ album, slated for a re-release on Worldsound/Virgin Music Group on January 26, 2024, following a limited self-release in early 2023 on Gatefold Vinyl….
follow The Will McBride Group via: The latest holiday offering from The Will McBride Group is the original single “Winter Solstice,” a poignant musical creation released on December 1st, 2023. Spanning a concise 2 minutes and 48 seconds, this composition evokes a wistful sense of Christmas during winter. Seamlessly blending elements of rock, blues, and…
follow The Hungry Young via: The Hungry Young, a rock trio, has released their latest single “Broken Past” on November 17, 2023. The band features frontman and Broadway performer Ian Ward, whose voice has been compared to Steve Perry and Sting, keyboardist Jessica Heming, and drummer/Emmy nominee Ramsey Ord. Following the success of their debut single…
follow Gary Dranow via: Utah-based musician Gary Dranow leads the diverse ensemble known as Manic Emotions, featuring an array of international talents. This group’s music spans from Jimi Hendrix to Pearl Jam, venturing through blues, blues rock, alternate rock, and hard rock genres. The band’s recent achievement of securing the number-one English rock song in…
follow Trick Shooter Social Club via: Trick Shooter Social Club is a roots-rock band from Chicago that combines stomp and clap American rock-n-roll with elements of roots, alt. country, and blues. Led by guitarist Larry Liss and frontman Steve Simoncic, the band’s music is a blend of garage rock with a conscience. And in this…
Follow Saasz via: At 28 years old, Saasz resides in the UK, having been born in Brazil. Singing has been a passion since childhood, and now, for the first time, Saasz is fully dedicated to pursuing it. The aspiration is to inspire anyone who resonates with this album. Saasz’s latest album, ‘Nostalgic Escapism’, reflects a…
FOLLOW Lauren Minear VIA: Lauren Minear‘s upcoming single, “The Way It Was,” is a powerful display of her ability to turn raw emotions into heartfelt songwriting. Co-written and produced by Dan Weeks, the song draws inspiration from the recent repeal of Roe versus Wade, reflecting Minear’s own feelings about the current political climate. With lyrics…
