This edition of LITM Rock Picks will definitely charge up your spirit with its high-octane instrumentation, spirited vocal performances, and intriguing themes from artists Chandra, Good Time Locomotive, The Zaramutas, Indifferentmonkey, and Dead Superstar.
Chandra - I’ll Be There
A singer-songwriter from Bristol, UK, Chandra is known for crafting bold and vibrant rock sounds with rich pop infusions. His introspective and impactful lyricism combined with stirring soundscapes reflect his impressive ability to infuse meaning into melody. In I’ll Be There we get an energetic, revelrous sound that instantly lifts your mood. The lyrics tell a simple yet vital message- to be there for one another amidst all the chaos of life, to stand together and offer your support to one another, reminding us of the true tenets of humanity. Bright power-packed riffs, electrifying solos, thumping drums, and warm basslines drive the sound with conviction. The singer’s voice, commanding and emphatic, performs masterful melodic stunts–lush harmonies, towering highs, and emotional appeals, inspiring awe in the listener. The music feels anthemic, almost necessary given the context of today’s world and its struggles. Listen to I’ll Be There by Chandra here!
Good Time Locomotive - Transcender
It’s always a good time listening to Good Time Locomotive. The London based new wave pop rock band has carved out a sonic style that is entirely their own and delivers it with commendable skill and creativity. Transcender, their latest release intrigues and inspires. An electronica driven sound starts the song off to an ingenious start, transforming into a powerful and uplifting pop rock chorus. Pulses of electronic beats, tuneful synth trills, and expressive vocals immediately pull you into the music, and from there on it's just pure thrill. As the vocals utter “Transcender” a huge wave of vibrant, buoyant sounds carry you into the chorus, filled with gritty riffs, thumping drums, and layered vocal exuberance. The energy is infectious and the message is empowering. Listen to Transcender by Good Time Locomotive here!
The Zaramutas - Neverland
The Zaramutas defy genres with an ingenuity and charisma that is rare and most definitely exotic. Fusing rock, R&B, jazz, and a lot more to form dizzyingly intricate and intriguing songs, The Zaramutas’ creations are a class apart. In Neverland, one can experience the degree of inventiveness and mastery at play. The instrumentation is unpredictable and bold, brilliantly nuanced in its sound, with dramatic sections that engulf you in its grand show of skill and creativity. Driving drums with morphing grooves, theatrical riffs and solos, smooth jazzy vocal acrobatics, captivating harmonies, and eloquent lyricism give rise to a spirited, vivid track that leaves you with an unforgettable experience. Prepare to be enthralled in a way that will make you come back for more. Listen to Neverland by The Zaramutas here!
Indifferentmonkey - Total Love
Indifferentmonkey delivers Trip Hop Rock compositions with a commanding style and confidence. In Total Love, we are introduced to a sound that builds slowly and steadily, growing into a monumental and captivating soundscape. The vocals steal the show, with the singer’s voice scaling the highs and lows of melody with formidable grace and mastery, all the while enveloping you in its warm passionate emotionality. The musical backdrop is defined by a pensive rhythm, slow and grounded, that leads the sound forward, with soft glimpses of contemplative melodies, vibrant infusions of riffs, and kaleidoscopic harmonies. Through all of this sonic intertwining, a majestic soundscape makes itself visible that is nothing short of evocative. Indifferentmonkey knows how to move your spirit with this rousing composition, one that will linger in your mind long after the song has ended. Listen to Total Love by Indifferentmonkey here!
Dead Superstar - These Voices
Dead Superstar lives up to its name, channeling the explosive energy of a supernova through their charged lyricism and power-packed soundscapes. In their single, These Voices, the band creates a raucous fusion of the raw, uninhibited spirit of metal with the infectious melodies of classic rock. The instrumental frenzy has more to it than just the electrifying energy, it reflects Dead Superstar’s mastery and depth of musical knowledge. Thunderous drums drive at break-neck speeds along with the sweltering hot riffs in a thrilling race to the finish. What looks like a sonic pit-stop leads to the start of a boisterous guitar solo that stuns the listener. The unapologetic and riotous vocal roars reverberate through the soundscape, arresting your attention and stirring your spirit. The song will get you head banging, playing air guitars and drums in no time. Listen to These Voices by Dead Superstar here!
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