Music

Austin and the Powers serve a fresh flavor with their captivating cover of “Taste”

When it comes to connecting with their fans, Austin and the Powers have always focused on creating heartfelt original music. However, they’ve just released a cover of Sabrina Carpenter’s song “Taste.” This is a moment that shouldn’t be missed. Fans of Austin and the Powers know them for their unique storytelling in original songs, so this cover is a refreshing change. The band has typically avoided covering other artists’ songs out of respect for their fans’ desire for new music. But with “Taste,” they found a song that resonated with them and felt too good to ignore.

They’ve kept the original song’s warmth and authenticity while adding their own spark. The result is a version of “Taste” that feels both familiar and new, inviting listeners to experience it in a different way. Austin’s genuine admiration for Sabrina Carpenter makes this cover even more special. It shows that this is a heartfelt tribute to an artist they truly appreciate. You can feel that passion in every note, making the song feel personal and real. This cover also hints at how their music is evolving and how they’re willing to try new things to keep their sound fresh. Listeners will be captivated by their smooth and emotional delivery, which captures the spirit of “Taste” while bringing out new feelings and interpretations.

Album Review

Paul Terry, Aptøsrs & Cellarscape unite on bold new album “Alternative Piano Club”

Combining his three artistic alter egos, Paul Terry presents an awe-inspiring new 12-track album, “Alternative Piano Club,” written in collaboration with Aptøsrs and Cellarscape. This is an album-length voyage of music that blends acoustic, rock, and piano-driven cinematic sounds.

Torn between this complex emotional spectrum, all the while the piano remains at its core throughout. Paul Terry opens his “Memento Mori (Chromogenic Phase)” contemplatively, creating a solemn, reflective mood. Cellarscape’s “Three Years Of Roses“ is warmer, whereas Aptøsrs’ “Questionnaires“ is much more textured as a large, sculptural post-rock.

“Dave’s Theme,” written by Paul Terry, musically expands the narrative with a touch of cinematic elevation that aligns well. “We Shape The Clouds” by Cellarscape is fluffy and heart-warming, “Writers Behind The Curtain” is somber, more narrative. We are all together in “A Place We Made,” an honest, intimate, emotionally grounded space.

The project contains vocal warmth and cultural depth in the song “This Is My Home“ by Silas Miami & Lana Crowster. Proceeding in a totally different direction is the stronger emotional clarity of Paul Terry’s acoustic storytelling on “Any Time You Want To Fly” and “No Sleep Has Come.” Cellarscape presents a wide, spacious atmospheric moment in “Cygnus,” while Aptøsrs ends with “Rust Mountain (Monochrome Piano Version),” a simple gem that brings the project full circle.

The mixing of Sam Okell and Adam Noble, the mastering of Alex Wharton and Robin Schmidt have, in many ways, brought their polish to it while still making it feel human. “Alternative Piano Club” is a work entity, where three musical personalities met and talk mind in the same emotional language.

Artist Spotlight

LAST ALEX! balances precision and pulse on the electrifying track “Plus 1”

LAST ALEX!, a Chicago-based artist and producer, comes out with “Plus 1,” a high-energy release that combines technical prowess with an undeniable melodic instinct.

LAST ALEX! puts both craftsmanship and creativity on display here. The song’s strength lies in its balance, in detailed execution without sacrificing feeling, and in complexity without losing momentum.

LAST ALEX! doesn’t fully lean into the cold technique or loose emotion, but finds the sweet spot where skill and soul meet. This yields a polished, vibrant, and musically confident track.

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