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Little Wretches Stun With New Live Single “Promised Land”

The Robert Wagner led folk outlet Little Wretches stuns listeners again with their new single, “Promised Land.” Appearing on their latest live album, the acoustic ballad might just be one of the best performances vocally the band has ever given. Channeling shades of vintage Bob Dylan with the songwriting, the record targets the idea of America as the “Promised Land” to citizens, yet having to work at all hours of the day just to be able to survive on the land, let alone live. “I don’t feel like I’ve slept,” he utters across the chorus with a remorseful string melody and a sprawling backdrop of the acoustic guitar, symbolizing the never-ending cycle of labor that will never pay for true freedom. The song has become a fan-favorite off the “Live at the Mattress Factory” album, and a year full of equally impressive live performances are on the docket for Little Wretches in 2022!

The Little Wretches earned their stripes during the indie heyday of the 80s and 90s in Pittsburgh. In 2020, frontman Robert Wagner issued two new albums, including “Undesirables And Anarchists,” which featured a #1 international iTunes chart hit and received airplay on more than 100 AM/FM stations across North America. The follow-up album, “LIVE AT THE MATTRESS FACTORY – SONGS FROM THE LAND OF PIT BULLS & POKER MACHINES” included their chart-topping live version of “All Of My Friends.” Wagner continues to perform at coffeehouses and small clubs. A Master’s Degree holder, Wagner also counsels abused, neglected, traumatized and court-adjudicated youth. He is the co-founder of The Calliope Acoustic Open Stage, an event that has lasted 15+ years. Wagner is also a long-term cancer survivor. www.littlewretches.com

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“I Just Want to Soar” by JK Jerome delivers an inspiring reflection on dreams and destiny

JK Jerome

Certain moments in life have this mix of awe and confusion when you have not yet found your purpose, but you are watching someone else find theirs. UK singer-songwriter JK Jerome’s “I Just Want to Soar” explores that feeling with a sincere blend of folk-rock warmth and indie-folk storytelling, offering a thoughtful first taste of his upcoming debut EP.

The Shropshire-born artist creates a beautifully intimate mood throughout, with a soft but emotive arrangement that lets the song’s emotion shine. “I Just Want to Soar is a reflective dialogue between memories, ambition, and self-discovery, grounded in folk traditions and ignited by contemporary indie rock.

The song’s story is about the innocence of childhood dreams and the allure of watching someone who seems to have everything figured out. In this way, JK Jerome takes a simple observation and turns it into a more profound meditation on identity, direction, and the universal desire to know where we belong.

Jerome sings the song with a contained, heartfelt delivery that keeps every phrase intimate while allowing space for the understated instrumentation. JK Jerome has a real talent for emotive songwriting, combined with earthy folk-rock, making this an engaging introduction to his ongoing musical journey. The song leaves you feeling hopeful and encourages you to chase your dreams and keep reaching for the stars ahead.

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“A Yellow Chrysanthemum” by Majestic Souls showcases creative guitar innovation and musical growth

Majestic Souls

Majestic Souls are moving into new territory with “A Yellow Chrysanthemum,” a track melding organic musicianship with futuristic textures. A defining chapter in the artist’s career, this piece combines the soulful nuances of jazz, the groove of funk, and the experimental edge of electronic music into one singular listening adventure.

“A Yellow Chrysanthemum” is a creative reimagining of controlled guitar samples and displays an intelligent approach to production. The production is interesting and adds to the song’s mood as it shifts with each layer. The title is more closely connected to the artist’s acoustic roots, in which the yellow chrysanthemum symbolizes an important element of a broader musical personality.

It’s a space where warmth and innovation can co-exist, that balance of natural expression and electronic exploration that defines the emotional tone of the track. “A Yellow Chrysanthemum” has a funky, electronic edge and a smooth jazz influence, creating an accessible vibe that still allows the creative freedom of an artist willing to experiment. 

Majestic Souls prove, with this genre-bending release, that modern music can pay tribute to traditional sounds and take them into new territory. “Yellow Chrysanthemum” provides an interesting insight into the artist’s development and a motivating example of the coming together of various musical worlds to produce something new.

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