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The Intriguing Style of Harmony Dreamers Shines on “I Come From Earth (Nashville Jam)”
Harmony Dreamers are one of the most interesting musical acts to have appeared in recent years, especially in the music scene. Their single “I Come from Earth,” received a warm reception, and this has made it a big mainstay in many alternative stations. Even we were big fans of the single, so now that Harmony Dreamers have released a country-tinged variant titled “I Come From Earth (Nashville Jam),” you know we have to give it a look.
“I Come From Earth (Nashville Jam),” carries with it the same humorous ideas that the original does, but as the name suggests, it throws in a bit of that Nashville flare to give it more flavor. Behind the country-style acoustic guitars and sweet riffs, you’ve still got all the eclectic sounds and interesting production choices giving the song a ‘best of both worlds’ kind of feel.
The writing is still as funny and clever as ever, with Harmony Dreamers really putting a lot of clever little inflections that give such a strong personality to the tune. ‘Weird’ is a style that’s rarely embraced in the Country and Americana scenes, and it’s really great to see Harmony Dreamers bringing a bit of that into the mix here.
Of course, with more country-themed sound comes a different overall vibe. Where the original version of the song revels in its own unique sound giving it an almost alien feel, “I Come from Earth (Nashville Jam),” grounds the tone a little more. Things change from a simple, sci-fi tone to the sound of a storyteller, one with an eccentric sense of humor.
But, how does it actually feel like to listen to “I Come From Earth (Nashville Jam”? Well, to be perfectly honest, we feel like the song’s just as much of a good time as its original. It adds just enough to the mix to give the Nashville variant a personality and tone of its own, while still maintaining all the charm of the original. There’s a lot to like here, and Harmony Dreamers do a great job.
So overall, we find this one to be another big success for Harmony Dreamers. It’s tough to really craft unique singles over and over again, and it’s even more difficult to rework something you already made into a new mold. They pull it off with flying colors here, and it only makes us more excited to see what Harmony Dreamers has in store for us in the future.
–Jason Airy
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Eric Schroeder Releases Album
If you’ve ever heard the music of Eric Schroeder before, you already know that melodic sting is often the backbone of his heady rock sound, but in his latest release Turned on the Stereo, which was released this year everywhere quality indie-rock is sold and streamed, it plays as great a role as the lead vocal does. The guitar is the star in the title track of this LP, much as it guides the grooves of singles “Parting (No. 2)” and “Stayed the Same,” and whether you’re a six-string buff or not, it’s an element that will engage anyone who catches a glimpse of this album’s most powerful moments.
There’s a lot more to Turned on the Stereo than just gilded guitar tones; after all, when listening to songs like “Mother Said,” “The Kind of Wound That Never Heals,” “Plan For Me” and the juggernaut “Never Go Away,” everything from the percussion to the vocal harmony itself is presenting us with a different layer of emotion. There’s scarcely a juncture in this record where Schroeder doesn’t sound deeply invested in the narrative he’s trying to get across, which is something I could only wish to see among his mainstream competitors nowadays.
At the center of every song on this LP is the magnetizing melodicism of the leading man, which despite flexing some legit muscle in past releases bearing the Eric Schroeder name sounds much more relaxed and on-point in tracks like “Do Done Now,” “Claire’s Song” and “Easier Way to Go” than it ever did before. There’s no hesitation on the part of our leading man here; if anything, I’m not sure that he’s come across quite as confident in his performance as he does in a couple of this record’s most climactic fever pitches.
As far as the production quality is concerned, Turned on the Stereo is a superbly tight album that doesn’t leave us guessing how richly textured and full a song like the title track or “Never Go Away” might sound in a live capacity, which is undeniably a tough feat to pull off. It’s perhaps not as evenly mixed as The Crucifixion of Eric Schroeder was, but I don’t know that he was looking to go super-polished in this instance; there’s a certain authenticity that comes with filtering fresh material through a raw, unconventional sound, and that could be why this LP stings as hard as it does.
Though I just started exploring Eric Schroeder’s complete discography a little closer this April, I’ve come to appreciate his approach to songwriting all the more thanks to Turned on the Stereo, which I deem the most mature offering he has released thus far. Schroeder isn’t working with major label assets by any means here, but he’s nevertheless turning in something that feels wholly compelling and different from what his contemporaries are producing in this first half of 2024, and that alone makes it a worthwhile listen for anyone who demands organic quality in rock anymore. Top to bottom, this is a terrific listen for those who love indie riffs and smoldering lyrical emissions.
Sebastian Cole
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The Skinny Limbs Unveil Galactic Soundscape with ‘Mozart for Martians’ EP Premiere
The Skinny Limbs have unveiled their latest EP, “Mozart for Martians,” which consists of five stellar tracks that revolve around the complex universe of emotions accompanying a long-term relationship’s end. This EP’s celestial soundtrack for heartbreak, rejuvenation, and reflection seamlessly blends indie-pop with lo-fi vibes and Japanese pop influences, transcending musical genres.
This eclectic mix creates a vibrant tapestry of sound, drawing listeners into a realm that is both familiar and otherworldly. The raw vulnerability in each track reflects band member Max Knoth’s personal journey through love, loss, and life’s unpredictable twists.
Lead single “Too Little Too Late” is a gut-punching anthem that blends poignant lyrics with a sonic fusion of Japanese pop and indie elements, capturing the EP’s emotional core. Meanwhile, “To The Limit” offers a celestial blend of melodies and evocative lyrics, portraying the feelings of confusion and frustration that accompany life’s hurdles.
The EP’s sonic journey is completed by the unreleased gems, “Monday,” a jammy reflection of Max Knoth’s tumultuous breakup week, “I Know You Care,” an older track reborn, and “For So Long!,” a groovy exploration of confusion, patience, and the search for clarity.
Produced by Connor Robertson, Jake Rye, and The Skinny Limbs, and mastered by Mike Cervantes (known for his work with Dolly Parton and MisterWives), this EP is a masterful blend of heartfelt storytelling and musical innovation. The production quality is top-notch, and the EP’s 18-minute runtime provides a concise yet powerful journey that will leave listeners craving more.
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