SONGS WE LOVED! 30 Sep - 6 Oct 2024
A genre-bending blend of the most exhilarating songs released recently!
Featuring Beauty in Chaos, Ashton Nyte, Ava Rasti, Sadie Campbell, Aursjoen, The Ultimate Dreamers, Hugo Joyce, The Awning, Stoke Signals, John Douglas, Gas Dance and Rockers Galore
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Beauty in Chaos ft. Ashton Nyte - Made of Rain
We kick off with Made of Rain by Beauty In Chaos, featuring the unmistakable baritone of Ashton Nyte from the gothic rock band The Awakening. This track closes their newly released album Dancing With Angels and marks the fifth collaboration between Michael Ciravolo and Ashton Nyte.
The music video, directed by Fernando Cordero, mirrors the song's haunting feel, reflecting themes of isolation and connection. It's definitely one of those tracks that stays with you, and if you’re into goth rock with a cinematic touch, this is one you don’t want to miss.
Be sure to check out the rest of Dancing With Angels. Ashton Nyte is also gearing up for the release of The Awakening’s upcoming album in mid-October, so keep an eye out for that!
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Ava Rasti - Wound
Ava Rasti’s Wound is an instrumental wonder that stirs the soul to its core. The Iranian-born composer blends ambient, modern classical, and drone music to create melodies that are nothing short of soul-stirring.
As the first single from her upcoming album The River, the track conjures profound emotion with its mournful tones and otherworldly soundscapes.
With the album set to release on December 6th, Rasti gives us a compelling taste of what’s to come: a deeply immersive exploration of sound and memory, shaped by history and perspective.
You can pre-order The River now, with a special limited edition hand-carved vinyl available for true collectors.
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Sadie Campbell - Saved
Sadie Campbell’s latest single Saved is a deeply personal and fearless dive into religious deconstruction. With gripping lyrics that lay bare her struggle with faith and the evangelical church, Campbell doesn't hold back, sharing the heartache and confusion of leaving something so central to her upbringing.
Her powerful, raspy vocals hit hard, bringing strong emotions to the forefront and drawing you into her vulnerable and powerful story—a story of pain, confusion, and ultimate liberation of leaving behind long-held beliefs.
Saved is a striking glimpse into her journey of self-discovery, paving the way for her upcoming album, Metamorphosis (out Oct. 25)—an album all about transformation, that's surely one to watch.
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Aursjoen - Nytår
Nytår (translating 'New Year' in Danish) is the bewitching debut single from Ria Aursjoen's debut EP, Strand set to drop on November 15.
Aursjoen combines her Scandinavian heritage with a hauntingly beautiful sound, creating a mystical and deeply evocative piece of music that overflows with her enchanting, faraway vocals, set against a backdrop of a dark, cinematic soundscape.
Pre-order Strand to experience the full magic firsthand.
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The Ultimate Dreamers - Digging
Belgium's The Ultimate Dreamers' latest single Digging is a relentless plunge into post-punk darkness.
Jagged guitar riffs rip through brooding, depressive vocals, plunging us into a haunting, doom-laden atmosphere that showcases the band’s darker, more aggressive side, hinting at the intensity to come in their upcoming album Paradoxical Sleep set to drop in early 2025.
The eerie music video, directed by Amanita Noir whose avant-garde visual style perfectly complements the song’s otherworldly vibe, only deepens the song's chilling atmosphere, offering a compelling visual feast.
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Hugo Joyce - False Hope
Photo Credit: Jonathon Wykes
Hugo Joyce’s False Hope channels the pain of a breakup into an empowering, feel-good anthem that hits all the right emotional notes.
Driven by radiant vocals that convey a sense of freedom, False Hope is set against a wall of bright, uplifting production and shimmering piano melodies, providing the perfect backdrop for Joyce’s passionate delivery to shine through.
At its core, False Hope is about letting go of a relationship that isn’t right and finding strength in moving forward, celebrating our independence with optimism and confidence.
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The Awning - Empty Plateau
Photo Credit - Elsie Van Dam
Empty Plateau by Ireland's ethereal folk duo, The Awning, is a tender exploration of fractured family relationships.
Multi-instrumentalists and singer-songwriters Darragh Purcell and Evan Flaherty beautifully capture the longing for a connection that remains just out of reach, weighed down by trust issues and painful betrayals.
This track envelops you in smooth, soothing vocals that glide over lush production, inviting you to reflect on life’s quieter moments. It’s the perfect soundtrack for a contemplative Sunday afternoon when the weight of the week feels heavy.
So, brew a warm cup of tea and lose yourself in its mellifluous sound.
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Stoke Signals - Nothing To Worry About
Stoke Signals' Nothing To Worry About is a fast-paced burst of melodic punk from their debut LP Make Dying Fun. Blending sharp, melodic hooks with clamorous punk energy, Nothing To Worry About draws on the band’s roots in the SoCal punk scene.
Driven by relentless guitars and frontman Giuliano Messina’s biting vocals, Nothing To Worry About is a whirlwind of punk fury, perfect for live chaos and circle pits. It's a hard-hitting anthem that leaves no doubt: Stoke Signals are here to make noise.
Listen to the full album here
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John Douglas - Weightlifting
Celebrating 20 years of Weightlifting, Scottish troubadour John Douglas delivers a stirring live rendition of the beloved Trashcan Sinatras' classic. This release not only honors the beloved record but also previews his Lost in North America Tour - Part One.
Throughout October, Douglas will tour North America, blending original songs with reimagined Trashcan Sinatras classics. The tour also promises collaborations, with Lily Vakili and Lauren Calve, along with special appearances by fellow Trashcan Sinatras members Frank Reader and Paul Livingston, making this an unmissable celebration of his storied musical journey.
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Gas Dance - Band-Aids From My Scars - Live
Brazilian rock duo Gas Dance's new live single Band-Aids From My Scars offers a dazzling glimpse into their upcoming album Slow Dance.
Recorded in their home studio, the track blends indie rock with '70s guitars, synths, and electric pianos. Thalys Guarnieri’s vocals hit with enthralling spoken-word delivery, narrating a turbulent two-year love story, while Pedro Domicio’s guitar grounds the song in gritty, lo-fi brilliance.
Known for their DIY approach, Gas Dance delivers an electrifying live performance, brimming with the intense energy that defines their sound. This single teases an even bolder direction for the band’s forthcoming album.
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Rockers Galore - Vamos a la Playa
Philly’s indie-reggae outfit Rockers Galore are here to blow your mind with a fiery fusion of roots, hip-hop, rock, kompa, and Latin rhythms, wrapped in reggae grooves that hit you right in the soul.
Their latest album Vamos a la Playa is more than just feel-good reggae—it's a journey that transports you to the heat of a Jamaican beach all while staying grounded in the urban streets.
So, if you are getting just another sunny reggae tune, think again—Rockers Galore are here to shake things up with an intoxicating, uplifting, and energizing blend of roots, rhythm, and rebellion that's impossible not to vibe to.
Just what you need to shake off the cold and keep summer alive in your soul.
Turn it up, let it take you somewhere tropical, and let the good times roll!
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About Chris Roditis
Chris Roditis has been an active musician since 1995 in various bands and projects across a variety of genres ranging from acoustic, electronic to nu metal, british rock and trip hop. He has extensive experience as a mixing engineer and producer and has built recording studios for most of the projects he has been involved with. His passion for music steered his entrepreneurial skills into founding MusicNGear in 2012.
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